2015 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2.1L Diesel · LR65 ONN

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend shows a shift from clean records to emerging consumable component wear. The most recent test in September 2025 at 39,544 miles identified the first advisories in several years, specifically noting a lip on the front brake discs and pitting on the rear discs. While the car passed without immediate failure, the presence of all four tyres approaching the legal limit indicates that the vehicle is entering a phase where mechanical components require attention due to age rather than high mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eleven-year-old Mercedes, averaging approximately 3,600 miles per year. Between September 2022 and 2024, the car covered only 7,849 miles, resulting in clean certificates with no recorded defects. However, the jump of 3,470 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests coincides with the appearance of brakerelated and tyre issues. This low-frequency usage often leads to secondary degradation of rubber components and surface corrosion, which explains the pitting noted on the rear brake steel surfaces. A buyer should inspect the suspension geometry closely, as the record shows recurring inner edge wear on front tyres dating back to 2020 and 2021. This suggests a persistent alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that have not been fully rectified. Given the low mileage, the inspector should also check the brake calipers for seized pistons or corrosion, which frequently occurs when vehicles remain stationary for long periods. The structural integrity of the chassis should be verified for surface rust, as low-mileage vehicles are prone to hidden oxidation if not stored in a controlled dry environment.