2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK 2.6L Petrol · OD02 AOD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of deferred front-end repairs. In the most recent test in October 2025 at 103,877 miles, the car passed after an initial failure related to an anti-roll bar linkage. While the failure on the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage was addressed, the tester noted recurring play in both front suspension arm ball joints and worn bushes. This indicates a pattern of replacing only the components necessary to pass the inspection rather than performing comprehensive preventative maintenance. At 24 years old, the recorded mileage of 103,877 miles represents very low annual usage, averaging 4,328 miles per year. The data shows consistent but short intervals, with only 3,247 miles covered between October 2023 and October 2024, and another 3,365 miles between October 2024 and October 2025. This low mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components and seals due to age, which aligns with the suspension issues noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the ball joints and bushes have been flagged for three consecutive years. The structural corrosion noted on the rear suspension component mounting areas in 2023 at 96,765 miles requires close scrutiny to ensure the surface rust has not progressed into a structural failure. Additionally, the history of tyres reaching the legal limit and deteriorating registration plates suggests the owner neglected basic consumable upkeep until prompted by MOT failures, necessitating a check of all exterior rubberwork and hardware security.