2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS 3.0L Diesel · WG63 ACF

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status following a period of clean MOT results. In the most recent test conducted in July 2024 at 117,646 miles, the car passed with no recorded defects, indicating that previous mechanical concerns have been addressed. While the history shows instances of failure in prior years, the transition to clean passes suggests the current owner is proactive in rectifying identified faults to maintain road legal standards. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for a thirteen-year-old luxury saloon, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per annum. A significant interval of 21,511 miles occurred between the July 2022 and July 2023 tests, followed by another 22,450 miles leading up to the 2024 inspection. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle is used regularly for longer journeys, which often helps maintain internal engine seals and prevents the dry-rot or corrosion-related issues associated with long periods of standing. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the areas that caused the failures in 2022 and 2023, although the specific mechanical reasons are not detailed in the summary. Given the nature of the Mercedes-Benz CLS at this mileage, a thorough check of the suspension bushings and control arm components is essential, as these are common points of wear. The high mileage also demands a scrutiny of the brake calipers for signs of binding and the thickness of the brake discs to ensure the recent MOT passes reflect genuine mechanical health rather than just temporary compliance.