2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK 1.8L Petrol · F12 KEG

The 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK presents as roadworthy following its most recent MOT pass on 7 January 2026 at 164,255 miles, with the maintenance trend appearing stable across the available record. The test on that same date initially returned a fail with no defects recorded, a known DVSA administrative anomaly rather than a mechanical fault, and the vehicle then passed minutes later. No advisories or defects appear on any test from 2023 through 2026, indicating the car has cleared inspection without flagged wear to suspension bushes, brake discs, exhaust emissions, or structural integrity. Annual mileage sits at roughly 9,662 per year against the 17-year lifespan, a typical use profile for this age of vehicle. The records show 148,151 miles at the 10 January 2023 test, rising to 152,275 by 14 December 2023, then 157,189 on 9 January 2025 and 164,255 by January 2026. The gap between the December 2023 and January 2025 entries spans just over a year with 4,914 miles added, while the final year saw 7,066 miles; accumulation is steady with no rapid spikes or long dormant periods that would suggest standing corrosion or seal degradation. Given the clean test history, the buyer should still commission an independent inspection of consumable items the MOT may not deeply probe at pass standard. At 164,255 miles the front suspension arms, rear coil springs, and brake calipers warrant physical checks for fatigue or binding, as high-mileage Mercedes of this era commonly develop worn bushes and corroded subframe mounts unseen in a pass result. A borescope examination of chassis legs and sills for internal rust, plus a scan for drivetrain fault codes on the 1.8 or 3.0 powertrains, remains prudent. The absence of advisories implies previous owners kept basic upkeep current, but the duplicate January 2026 entry shows the record is not flawless, so verify the V5C and service book against the odometer before purchase.