2010 Mercedes-Benz CL 500 5.0L Petrol · SL60 OGU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a transition from significant electronic failures to minor mechanical wear. The most recent test in April 2026 at 56,747 miles passed with only an advisory for a slightly distorted nearside front road wheel. This represents an improvement over the critical failure in April 2023, where the car failed multiple points including an inoperative engine management light and an ABS fault. While the primary electronic issues appear resolved, the recurrence of mechanical defects suggests a period of neglect or reactive maintenance. At 16 years old, the 56,747 recorded miles are exceptionally low, averaging approximately 3,500 miles per year. This low usage pattern suggests the vehicle has sat for long periods, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components regardless of mileage. The mileage accumulation is consistent between 2023 and 2026, with roughly 2,600 miles being covered annually. However, low mileage does not exempt the vehicle from age-related perish of seals, bushes, and hoses, which is evident in the record. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension closely, as the arm rubber bushes were noted as splitting in the 2025 test at 54,107 miles. These components often crack over time and can lead to steering instability and uneven tyre wear. The distorted nearside front wheel flagged in 2026 also warrants an inspection for impact damage that could have affected the steering knuckle or hub. Given the previous failure of the ABS system and engine management sensors, a diagnostic scan is essential to ensure no intermittent electronic faults remain stored in the modules that did not trigger a warning during the latest MOT.