2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK 3.2L Petrol · P66 AAN

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on its recent history of clean passes. The most recent inspection conducted in October 2023 at 135,380 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, indicating that the car met all minimum safety and emission standards. While there was a failure recorded in October 2022, the immediate pass at the same mileage suggests that the owner addressed the identified faults promptly without allowing them to persist. At 135,380 miles over 22 years, the CLK has averaged approximately 6,154 miles per year, which aligns with typical light usage for a luxury coupe of this age. The data shows a consistent usage pattern with intervals of roughly 2,500 to 4,500 miles between the annual tests from 2020 through 2023. This regularity suggests the vehicle has not been left sitting for long periods, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components and fluid seals despite low mileage. Because the MOT record lacks recorded advisories, a buyer must perform a physical inspection for common failure points on this Mercedes-Benz era. Focus should be placed on structural corrosion around the wheel arches, rear sills, and underbody mounting points, as these often go unnoticed until they reach a critical state. The buyer should also inspect the suspension bushes and control arms for cracking or tearing, as these components fatigue over time regardless of the miles driven. Checking the brake system for binding calipers or uneven wear is also necessary to ensure the clean MOT history reflects the current mechanical state of the braking hardware.