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A3 BNP

1998 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

104,395 mi
Last recorded104,395 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2008
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk97,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 BNP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2008 104,395 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 104,375 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2007 94,310 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nearside front tyre worn smooth on outer edge

slight play in nearside steering arm joint

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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A3 BNP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 A3 BNP, 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

How do I check the history of A3 BNP?

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What year was A3 BNP registered?

A3 BNP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 15 December 1998.

Is A3 BNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 BNP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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