2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 1.8L Petrol · HG08 LTO

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status following its most recent MOT pass on June 2, 2025 at 99,701 miles. While the record shows failures occurring on the same day as the passes in both 2024 and 2025, the subsequent clean sheets indicate no ongoing recorded defects. This pattern suggests that the previous owner is proactive in addressing immediate mechanical requirements to maintain compliance rather than allowing minor faults to accumulate into major failures. The mileage profile is notably low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,539 miles per year. Between June 2023 and June 2025, the car covered 6,930 miles, indicating a consistent and low-intensity usage pattern over the last two years. This low annual mileage typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it increases the risk of rubber-based parts like suspension bushes and seals degrading due to age and long periods of inactivity. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis for structural integrity, as low-mileage cars of this era often suffer from hidden corrosion in areas not affected by motion. Given the age of the Mercedes-Benz, pay close attention to the condition of the control arms and bushings, which can perish and crack regardless of mileage. While the MOT record is currently clean, checking the brake discs for pitting and the seized calipers is essential to ensure the low usage has not led to surface oxidation or mechanical sticking.