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BU52 JWG

2002 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

145,868 mi
Last recorded145,868 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2020
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk81,742 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 JWG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 10 Feb 2020 145,868 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 144,604 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Dec 2018 144,604 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Dec 2017 141,208 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2017 141,208 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 126,398 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2014 113,190 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 94,655 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 85,293 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 71,953 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 62,800 miles

Rear brake pads low

Slight play in front link arm

Pass 20 Mar 2009 55,252 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 49,423 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 43,037 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 37,151 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 37,151 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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BU52 JWG is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BU52 JWG, 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 BU52 JWG registered?

BU52 JWG is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 20 September 2002.

Is BU52 JWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 JWG shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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