2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK 5.0L Petrol · HT03 OYY

The 2003 Mercedes CLK presents a stable and recently clean bill of health. The most recent MOT on 4 June 2025 at 91,120 miles passed with zero defects, a significant improvement over the preceding tests. This indicates that the previous owner addressed the accumulating wear items, and the vehicle is currently in a well-maintained state with no immediate mechanical or structural failures recorded. The mileage profile tells a story of very light, consistent use. Between the October 2021 test at 86,650 miles and the November 2024 test at 90,592 miles, the car covered just 3,942 miles in over three years. The final 528 miles were added between November 2024 and June 2025. This extremely low annual average of roughly 3,962 miles suggests the vehicle was likely used for short, infrequent journeys. Such a pattern can lead to specific issues like battery drain, fuel system condensation, and under-braked components from lack of use, rather than high-mileage wear. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the areas that have historically required attention. The 2024 advisory regarding slight corrosion on brake pipes and suspension components warrants a thorough under-vehicle check for any worsening rust, especially on subframes and mounting points. The 2021 failure for worn front and rear brake discs and pads, while since rectified, confirms the braking system is a consumable item on this model; a test drive should assess any judder or pulsing that might indicate warped discs from prolonged standing. The 2022 failure for a perished anti-roll bar linkage dust cover is a common age-related rubber deterioration. Inspect all suspension bushes and ball joint gaiters for similar cracking or splits, as the low mileage does not prevent natural perishing over 23 years.