2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC 2.1L Diesel · EA59 VYH

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status following a clean MOT pass in July 2023 at 106,694 miles. However, the history reveals a significant period of mechanical neglect during early 2022 when the car failed with ten distinct major defects. While the most recent test suggests the previous issues were rectified, the transition from a multi-point failure to a clean record indicates a reactive maintenance pattern where repairs are only addressed when legally necessitated by a testing failure. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 106,694 miles averages approximately 6,276 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for this age. There is a notable gap in the data between April 2022 and July 2023, where the vehicle covered over 13,700 miles in just fourteen months. This recent burst of mileage, combined with the failures seen at the 92k mark, suggests the car has recently undergone more intensive use which may stress aging rubber components and suspension assemblies more than in previous years. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front steering and suspension geometry. The March 2022 failure flagged play in the steering rack inner joints and the offside front wheel bearing, issues that are prone to recurring if not properly replaced. You should also inspect the nearside rear suspension arm for signs of stress or corrosion, as this was previously noted as seriously weakened. The report of excessive oil leakage in 2022 also warrants a close look at the engine bay for residual seepage to ensure the primary leak was fully sealed rather than merely masked.