2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC 1.8L Petrol · LM60 YAV

A consistent pattern of recurring wear on suspension bushings, steering components, and tyres defines the historical roadworthiness record of this Mercedes-Benz. The vehicle most recently passed its MOT test on November 7, 2025, at 106,915 miles, receiving advisories for all four tyres worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge, alongside a minor defect for a damaged windscreen. This latest assessment follows a steady trail of yearly advisories that highlights progressive mechanical fatigue in core chassis components rather than sudden structural failures, with only a single historical failure recorded in October 2019 due to an incorrect indicator bulb color. Accumulating 106,915 miles over its 16-year lifespan translates to an average of roughly 6,682 miles per year, representing a typical and consistent usage profile for this age of vehicle. Testing has occurred annually without significant gaps or extended periods of inactivity, indicating that the car has remained in regular service. This steady mileage accumulation distributes wear evenly across the drivetrain and running gear, avoiding the specific degradation risks associated with prolonged storage or excessively high-intensity fleet use. Targeted mechanical scrutiny must be directed at the front suspension and steering assemblies during an inspection, given the repeated advisories for suspension arm bushes and ball joints documented between 2020 and 2024. Specifically, the offside front suspension arm pin and bush noted in 2024, along with the nearside front ball joint and all four lower suspension arm bushes flagged in 2020, require a physical check for excessive play or perishing rubber. During the test drive, listen carefully for knocking or clunking noises when navigating potholes or speed humps, and check for vagueness in the steering or uneven tracking that would indicate advanced wear in these front linkage points. Attention must also be paid to the wheel rims and tyres, referencing the nearside front inner road wheel distortion noted in 2019 and the recurring tyre edge wear recorded across multiple tests, including the 2025 advisories. Inspect the alloy wheels closely for flat spots or structural distortion on the inner lips, and test for steering wheel vibration at motorway speeds. Furthermore, the 2019 MOT noted that under-tray covers obscured mechanical components, meaning a thorough ramp inspection is essential to check for hidden oil leaks from the engine and transmission, as well as to inspect the condition of the brake lines and structural subframes shielded from view during routine checks.