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AX52 CLK

2002 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

82,618 mi
Last recorded82,618 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk81,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX52 CLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 82,618 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 79,143 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 78,321 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 78,321 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 70,159 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 60,884 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 60,577 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 59,641 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 58,381 miles

Front headlight slightly tarnished

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 56,734 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 55,092 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f headlamp slightley deteriorated image still visible

rear brake pads low

Pass 19 Aug 2014 53,225 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 50,907 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 48,198 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 45,234 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 42,206 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 39,321 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 39,321 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 35,197 miles

Rear number plate is deteriorating. Windscreen is chipped in the centre section.

Pass 20 Aug 2007 30,013 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 22,788 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 19,694 miles

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

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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AX52 CLK is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 81,742 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 AX52 CLK, 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 24 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 AX52 CLK registered?

AX52 CLK is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 10 September 2002.

Is AX52 CLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX52 CLK shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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