Mercedes-benz Clk Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Mercedes-benz Clk reliable? We analysed 1,410,029 real MOT tests across 83,874 vehicles to find out.
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The Mercedes-benz Clk is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, coil spring broken and suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mercedes-benz Clk.
Mercedes-benz Clk Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz Clk. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mercedes-benz Clk MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mercedes-benz Clk to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mercedes-benz Clk Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mercedes-benz Clk fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mercedes-benz Clk Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Mercedes-benz Clk models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Mercedes-benz Clk Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz Clk owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mercedes-benz Clk MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mercedes-benz Clk year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 181 | 78.5% | 33,128 | 52,645 | 72,625 |
| 2011 | 287 | 80.5% | 32,394 | 49,136 | 68,234 |
| 2010 | 1,289 | 75.9% | 39,597 | 59,665 | 87,746 |
| 2009 | 61,225 | 75.8% | 42,892 | 66,318 | 93,625 |
| 2008 | 62,934 | 75.5% | 44,376 | 69,962 | 100,216 |
| 2007 | 102,118 | 75.1% | 45,670 | 71,984 | 102,594 |
| 2006 | 107,060 | 75.4% | 46,932 | 73,393 | 104,306 |
| 2005 | 155,682 | 74.4% | 48,629 | 75,364 | 105,787 |
| 2004 | 179,283 | 73.7% | 48,958 | 75,635 | 105,508 |
| 2003 | 175,867 | 74.1% | 50,562 | 77,480 | 107,306 |
| 2002 | 128,329 | 74.4% | 55,866 | 81,742 | 109,869 |
| 2001 | 134,123 | 75.1% | 61,933 | 86,559 | 113,577 |
| 2000 | 133,426 | 75.6% | 65,872 | 90,612 | 117,285 |
| 1999 | 111,081 | 74.5% | 69,678 | 93,846 | 120,011 |
| 1998 | 46,296 | 73.4% | 73,759 | 97,549 | 122,713 |
| 1997 | 8,753 | 72.4% | 80,630 | 105,377 | 131,450 |
How Long Does a Mercedes-benz Clk Last?
Based on 83,874 Mercedes-benz Clk vehicles on UK roads.
Mercedes-benz Clk Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz Clk MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz Clk
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
80.5% MOT pass rate from 287 tests
72.4% MOT pass rate from 8,753 tests
The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz Clk is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 80.5% across 287 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 72.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Mercedes-benz Clk Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-benz Clk THIS CAR | 74.7% | 1,410,029 | 80,545 mi | 28 yrs |
| Mercedes-benz C | 77.6% | 8,031,355 | 77,082 mi | 32 yrs |
| Mercedes-benz E | 79.4% | 4,722,746 | 83,960 mi | 33 yrs |
| Mercedes-benz A-class | 77.6% | 4,204,702 | 57,023 mi | 28 yrs |
| Jaguar S-type | 74.5% | 942,176 | 77,805 mi | 27 yrs |
Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz Clk trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Mercedes-benz Clk has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.7% across 1,410,029 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Mercedes-benz Clk are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (59,319 recorded failures), coil spring broken (19,719), and suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (16,744). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Mercedes-benz Clk with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Mercedes-benz Clk owner drives around 4,986 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Mercedes-benz Clk models stay on UK roads for around 28 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.