2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS 3.0L Diesel · KS13 HXD

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by five consecutive clean MOT passes over the last five years. The most recent inspection, conducted on 26 February 2025 at 159,621 miles, recorded no defects or advisories. This streak of passes suggests that the previous owners have maintained the vehicle to a standard that avoids immediate mechanical failure or structural degradation detectable during annual DVSA testing. The mileage accumulation is consistent and high, averaging approximately 12,300 miles per year over the car's thirteen-year life. Between the March 2021 test at 123,455 miles and the February 2025 test at 159,621 miles, the vehicle covered 36,166 miles. This regular usage pattern indicates the car has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which often benefits seals and fluid integrity, but it also places significant load on heavy-duty components like the drivetrain and suspension system. Despite the clean record, the high-mileage necessitates a thorough physical inspection of high-wear areas common to this model. At nearly 160,000 miles, the control arm bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers likely show signs of fatigue or weeping that a standard MOT might not catch. A buyer should specifically check for thinning of brake discs and the condition of the tyre pads, as the consistent annual mileage accelerates the wear of these consumable items regardless of a clean test history.