2008 Mercedes-Benz CLC 2.1L Diesel · EX58 HZP

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLC demonstrates a stable and improving maintenance trend, evidenced by a completely clean pass recorded on 28 October 2025 at 162,541 miles. No defects were flagged during this recent inspection, nor in the preceding two years, indicating the vehicle currently meets all required roadworthiness standards. The absence of recurring mechanical or structural advisories suggests the previous owner addressed any prior concerns promptly, leaving the car in a sound operational state at the time of its latest test. Mileage accumulation aligns closely with the national average for an eighteen-year-old vehicle. Between the September 2022 test at 141,766 miles and the October 2025 test at 162,541 miles, the car covered 20,775 miles over three years, averaging roughly 6,925 miles annually. This steady rate of accumulation points to regular, consistent use rather than prolonged standing or excessively high mileage. The tight annual testing schedule further confirms the vehicle remained in active service throughout this period. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of typical high-mileage Mercedes wear points. The 2008 CLC platform commonly suffers from deteriorating suspension bushes, weeping shock absorbers, and corroded brake lines as it ages, none of which appeared on the recent tests but warrant a close visual check underneath. The anomaly of a failed test on 28 October 2023 at 146,174 miles—recorded at the exact same mileage as a pass on the same day—warrants clarification from the seller, as the provided data lists no defects for that failure. Inspect the inner tyre sidewalls for cracking, check the exhaust system for corrosion, and verify the structural integrity of the sills and subframes before committing to a purchase.