2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC 2.1L Diesel · EO60 HWT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. While the most recent test in June 2025 at 128,107 miles passed, it revealed several developing advisories regarding suspension and braking components. Specifically, the tester flagged a worn nearside front anti-roll bar linkage and slight play in the inner track rod, alongside pitted front brake discs. These issues suggest that components are only being addressed once they approach failure limits or trigger an inspection advisory. The recorded mileage of 128,107 miles over 16 years averages to approximately 8,000 miles per year, which is consistent with typical low-intensity UK usage. There is a significant gap in the data between October 2021 and November 2022, where the vehicle covered over 22,000 miles in just thirteen months. However, the rate has slowed since then, with roughly 9,000 miles covered between November 2023 and June 2025. This historical spike likely explains the accelerated wear on rubber bushes and braking hardware. A buyer must closely inspect the front suspension geometry, as the record shows recurring issues with anti-roll bar links and track rods across multiple testing years. The 2023 failure for inadequate brake effort on both rear wheels suggests that the calipers may be prone to seizing, which correlates with the current advisory for pitted front brake discs. Furthermore, the records show a pattern of neglecting tyres, with failures and advisories for tread depth and cords in 2021, 2023, and 2025. The presence of an aftermarket HID kit noted in 2023 also indicates non-standard modifications that should be verified for electrical compliance and safety.