2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS 300 D AMG Line Auto 1.9L Diesel · SC69 UTA

A clean and consistent MOT record defines this 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS 300d AMG Line, with all five tests since 2022 returning pass results. The most recent examination on 5 June 2026 was completed with no advisories or defects recorded, mirroring the clean pass of 10 May 2025. The only flagged items in the entire history are a pair of edge-wear advisories on both rear tyres issued on 29 May 2024, a common finding on rear-driven saloons where the driven axle can scrub shoulders under enthusiastic cornering or incorrect alignment. Overall, the roadworthiness trend is stable, and there is no history of corrosion, brake, suspension, or exhaust advisories to suggest any underlying mechanical deterioration. With 52,271 miles recorded over approximately seven years, the vehicle has covered a near-average 7,467 miles annually, indicating regular but not excessive use. The mileage progression between tests — 2022 to 2023, 2023 to 2024, 2024 to 2025, and 2025 to 2026 — reflects steady, consistent accumulation rather than extended periods off the road or sudden spikes that might suggest tow, heavy commercial, or long-distance motorway-only use. This kind of usage pattern is generally favourable for a diesel-powered executive saloon, allowing the engine, transmission, and ancillaries to reach and maintain proper operating temperature regularly, which helps prevent the issues that can arise from chronic short journeys such as DPF blockage, oil dilution, and premature turbo wear. Given the only flagged item being rear tyre edge wear, a prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the condition of the rear rubber, checking for uneven shoulder wear, feathering, or scalloping, and asking whether the tracking geometry has been checked since the 2024 advisories. On a test drive, listen for any hum or drone from the rear tyres that could indicate stepped-out wear, and feel for steering instability or vague feedback at higher speeds. It is also worth inspecting the rear suspension components, particularly the trailing arms, control arm bushes, and anti-roll bar links, as these are known wear items on the CLS platform and would not necessarily be flagged at MOT if still within tolerance. Beyond the advisory history, a thorough test drive should include firm brake applications from moderate speed to check for pedal pulsation or vibration that might indicate warped front discs, as these are common replacements on heavier diesel saloons of this age. Listen for any clonks or creaks from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which could highlight worn wishbone or anti-roll bar bushes, and monitor the transmission for smooth, decisive shifts, particularly during kickdown, as the 9G-Tronic unit is sensitive to fluid condition. Finally, although the MOT record shows no advisory or failure for exhaust emissions, a diesel of this vintage warrants close attention to any visible smoke on start-up or under load, and a diagnostic scan for stored DPF-related codes would be prudent to confirm long-term health.