2005 Mercedes CLS 3.5L Petrol · HP54 DAN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 1 June 2026 at 75,230 miles with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement following a period of deteriorating mechanical indicators in previous years. While the 2025 test highlighted multiple tyre-related failures, the clean report sheet from June 2026 suggests that the current owner has addressed the immediate consumable issues identified in the previous cycle. At 21 years old, the recorded 75,230 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 3,600 miles per year. This low usage pattern is evident in the gaps between tests, such as the 2,022-mile interval covered between January 2024 and May 2025. However, low mileage on a vehicle of this age often points to the degradation of rubber components through age rather than mechanical wear, which aligns with the perishing and offside front tyre noted in the May 2025 inspection. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension and wheel hubs, as the 2022 test flagged play in both front wheel bearings and the offside upper ball joint. Although these issues were theoretically resolved, the recurring nature of suspension wear suggests the components are reaching the end of their functional life. The 2023 report of corroded brake pipes covered in grease necessitates a thorough check of the entire braking system to ensure that hidden corrosion has not progressed beneath the surface, as grease often masks structural decay to the metal lines.