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A2 WAU

1997 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

132,213 mi
Last recorded132,213 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2013
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk105,377 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 WAU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2013 132,213 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 Jan 2013 132,213 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 114,608 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2012 114,608 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 4 Jan 2012 114,588 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Dec 2010 98,558 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 95,243 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear tyres small cracks on walls

Pass 28 Nov 2008 90,709 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 86,506 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 82,101 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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A2 WAU is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 105,377 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A2 WAU, 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 29 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 A2 WAU registered?

A2 WAU is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 3 October 1997.

Is A2 WAU safe to buy?

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