2003 Mercedes CLK 3.2L Petrol · KT53 GZF

The most recent MOT on 2025-12-17 showed the vehicle passed, but it highlighted two critical issues: front inner brake discs were worn, pitted, or scored (but not seriously weakened) and the offside front wheel bearing had slight play. These findings suggest ongoing wear in braking and suspension systems, which require monitoring. Previous MOT failures between 2025-12-04 and 2025-12-15 reveal a pattern of recurring suspension and brake component wear. The 2025-12-04 failure included excessive wear in both front suspension arm bushes, while the 2025-12-15 failure noted similar issues alongside headlamp compatibility problems and thin rear brake pads. These failures indicate progressive degradation in key safety systems, particularly suspension joints and braking components. The trend shows worsening conditions. Suspension arm bushes transitioned from "worn but not excessive" in 2024 to "excessively worn" in 2025, and brake disc wear persisted across multiple tests. While some issues like headlamp compatibility were resolved by 2025, the recurring suspension and brake problems suggest a lack of proactive maintenance. The vehicle’s mileage of 134,393 miles over 23 years equates to roughly 5,843 miles per year, which is low for its age. This could imply lighter use or prolonged periods of inactivity, both of which may contribute to component wear (e.g., suspension bushings degrading from lack of movement).