2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK 1.8L Petrol · SW62 WBU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of developing suspension wear and structural degradation. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 101,713 miles passed, it introduced advisories for worn suspension arm bushes on both front corners and an offside rear tyre. This represents a shift from the clean record in 2024, suggesting that components are now reaching the end of their functional life simultaneously. At 101,713 miles over 14 years, the SLK has averaged approximately 7,265 miles per year, which aligns with typical annual usage for a vehicle of this age. The mileage progression shows consistent use, with roughly 8,000 miles driven between the October 2024 and October 2025 tests. This regularity suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, which generally helps prevent the premature degradation of rubber components and seals often seen in neglected vehicles. A buyer must prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the offside rear sub-frame, as the vehicle failed in October 2023 at 86,578 miles due to serious corrosion and weakening. Although the vehicle passed two years later, structural rust on Mercedes chassis of this era can progress rapidly if not properly treated. The buyer should also verify the front anti-roll bar ball joints and suspension bushes, as the record shows these areas are currently transitioning from failure-level defects to minor wear advisories. The braking system also requires attention regarding the rear discs. The tester noted pitted and scored discs in late 2023, which contributed to a failure at that time. Given the age and mileage of the vehicle, an inspection should check for uneven pad wear or caliper sticking to ensure that the mechanical brakes are operating and not requiring immediate replacement shortly after purchase.