2017 Mercedes-Benz CLS 2.1L Diesel · SP17 KGA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than preventative care. The most recent MOT test on 19 September 2025 at 80,694 miles followed a failure just two days prior. That initial failure identified a fractured nearside front road wheel and a nearside rear tyre below legal tread depth. While the vehicle passed after these repairs, the presence of worn brake discs and suspension arm bushes indicates that components are only addressed once they reach a failure threshold. At 80,694 miles over nine years, the car averages approximately 9,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a premium executive saloon. The mileage accumulation shows consistent annual growth, with roughly 9,000 miles covered between the 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 8,872 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests. This regularity suggests the vehicle is used regularly, though the recurring issues with tyres and brake components suggest the owner may be neglecting inspections between service intervals. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension geometry and condition, as the record flagged worn suspension arm pin or bushes in September 2025. The front brake discs were noted as pitted and scored, which often indicates long periods of sitting or the use of inferior replacement parts. Given the history of a fractured road wheel and multiple tyres with sidewall cuts, a thorough check of the current wheels and tyres for structural integrity or previous impact damage is essential. The tyre pressure monitoring system should also be verified for functionality, as it was a point of failure in 2024.