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25 PD

1998 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

128,904 mi
Last recorded128,904 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk97,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration25 PD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 128,904 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 128,359 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2024 128,346 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 127,635 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2023 127,571 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 127,119 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 126,831 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 126,396 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 126,336 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2019 126,336 miles

Offside Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 125,605 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 125,605 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 124,304 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 123,478 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 122,225 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 120,631 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 119,039 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 119,039 miles

Front Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Fail 21 Nov 2012 116,925 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 116,925 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 114,258 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 112,429 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 110,665 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 108,563 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 107,198 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 103,302 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Clk?

Based on 1,410,029 MOT tests across 83,874 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
4,986
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
83,874
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,319
coil spring broken 19,719
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 16,744
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,943
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,136
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25 PD is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 97,549 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Clk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 59,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 25 PD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Clk typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 25 PD registered?

25 PD is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 2 October 1998.

Is 25 PD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 25 PD shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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