2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 2.6L Petrol · WM05 GWN

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the record shows a significant gap in recent testing. The most recent MOT on 26 October 2022 at 127,623 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, indicating the mechanical and structural components met the minimum standard at that time. However, as today is 18 June 2026, the vehicle is nearly four years overdue for its annual road test. This lack of recent data leaves the current state of rubber components, brake fluid condition, and structural integrity unknown. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-useage vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. Between July 2018 at 112,126 miles and October 2022 at 127,623 miles, the car covered 15,497 miles over four years. The interval of only 2,554 miles between July 2019 and February 2021 suggests the car sat stationary for extended periods. While low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, it often leads to dry rot, perished seals, and corrosion of brake discs and calipers due to lack of regular use. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of components susceptible to age rather than distance. Focus on structural corrosion around the wheel arches, sills, and underbody mounts, which are common failure points for Mercedes of this era. Given the long stationary periods, check for cracks in the tyre sidewalls and inspect perished suspension bushes. Since the vehicle has not been tested in four years, a comprehensive leak test and fluid check are essential to ensure no significant mechanical failures have developed while the car sat idle.