2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2.1L Diesel · LM62 BUP

The vehicle presents a worsening maintenance trend characterized by recurring mechanical failures and a reactive repair strategy. While it passed its latest MOT in August 2025 at 105,138 miles, this followed a significant failure where multiple critical safety-related items were flagged. The tester identified a fractured offside rear coil spring, severely deteriorated front suspension arm ball joint dust covers, and significant corrosion on both brake pipes. The persistence of these issues suggests that components are only addressed once they reach a point of시험 failure rather than through a preventative maintenance schedule. The mileage profile is consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. There is a notable gap in testing data between April 2022 and December 2022, where the car covered over 12,000 miles in just eight months. However, more recent usage has stabilized, with roughly 6,700 miles recorded between August 2024 and August 2025. The low annual mileage rate often contributes to the degradation of rubber components and the corrosion of metal parts, like the brake lines seen in the recent records. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension geometry and braking system. The history shows a pattern of corroded brake pipes and pitted discs, which requires close attention to ensure the work performed in 2025 was comprehensive and that the remaining lines are not at risk of imminent structural failure. Furthermore, the recurring issues with ball joint dust covers and fractured springs indicate the entire suspension assembly should be checked for play and perished rubber. The oil leak noted in the 2025 test also requires a professional assessment to ensure it is not affecting auxiliary components or indicating a failing engine seal.