2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC 1.6L Petrol · KR09 NCD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive Ownership. While it passed its most recent 2025 test at 120,220 miles, the history reveals a recurring failure to address lighting and tyre issues. The persistence of inoperative registration plate lamps and worn tyres across multiple years suggests that basic maintenance items are only attended when they cause an MOT failure rather than during routine servicing. At approximately 16 years old, the recorded 120,220 miles average to roughly 7,000 miles per annum. This usage is consistent with typical way patterns for a premium vehicle of this age. The data shows a steady progression between tests, with approximately 3,500 to 5,000 miles covered between tests from 2023 to 2025. There is no evidence of rapid mileage accumulation or long periods of abandonment, though the frequency of minor mechanical failures reflects the age-related wear on components. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension and braking system, as the rear tyres have been flagged as worn to the legal limit or on the edge in three consecutive years. The failure in September 2024 regarding a perished offside front anti-roll bar linkage dust cover indicates that rubber arm components are beginning to degrade. Furthermore, the exhaust mounting should be checked for security, as a centre hanging bracket was noted as broken in 2024 and may have heavily bypassed. The electrical system requires close attention given the consistent history of failed stop lamps, registration plate lights, and front indicators. The previous failure of the supplementary restraint system (SRS) warning lamp in 2024 is a significant concern that must be verified as cleared and rectified, as this indicates a potential airbag fault. Additionally, the windscreen and wiper assembly should be inspected for effectiveness, following previous issues with smearing and poor clearance.