2005 Mercedes CLK 3.2L Petrol · NA05 SFU

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a period of concern regarding the braking system. The most recent inspection conducted in November 2021 at 130,765 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This indicates that the critical issues identified in the previous year were successfully addressed and that the vehicle has maintained a clean bill of health for over five years since the last recorded test. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-useage vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year. The record shows steady usage with a 4,000-mile interval between July 2019 and October 2020, and another 800-mile interval between October 2020 and November 2020. While the low mileage suggests the drivetrain has not been subjected to heavy stress, the gaps between tests imply the car may sit without sufficient movement, which can cause components dry despite the low odometer. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the rear braking system and underbody corrosion, given the failure in October 2020 due to excessive corrosion on both the nearside and offside rear brake pipes. While these were repaired, the presence of rust on metal lines suggests the vehicle may have operated in a salt environment. Check for signs of weeping or cracking in rubber hoses and suspension bushings, as low-mileage cars often suffer from age-related degradation rather than mechanical wear.