2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS 3.0L Diesel · LC07 HRP

The 2023‑07‑21 MOT passed, but the preceding 2023‑07‑17 failure revealed serious front suspension and wheel bearing defects, indicating that the recent clearance follows remedial work rather than a stable condition; the maintenance trend shows recurring suspension wear that has persisted despite the latest pass. With 104,209 miles recorded at age 19, the vehicle averages roughly 5,500 miles per year, a low figure for its age; mileage increments show long periods of minimal use, notably the span from 2020‑05‑22 to 2023‑07‑21 where only 6,826 miles were added over three years, while earlier intervals such as 2015‑03‑16 to 2019‑06‑03 accumulated about 10,525 miles in four years, suggesting the car has been stored or used lightly for extended periods. A buyer should therefore inspect the front suspension ball joints, bushings and mounting points for excessive play, test the shock absorbers for reduced damping, verify that the track rod end and wheel bearing have been replaced or are free of wear, examine brake pad thickness and tyre condition for uneven wear or cuts, and look for any structural rust on the chassis and suspension components.