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CX51 RKN

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Bronze Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2019
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

143,983 mi
Last recorded143,983 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX51 RKN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2018 143,983 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 138,965 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2017 138,960 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 137,989 miles

steering and suspension has play

wiper deteriorating

Pass 17 Sep 2015 137,852 miles

o/s n/s/f tyre edges low

Fail 2 Sep 2014 137,651 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 137,651 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 132,845 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 126,749 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 121,138 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 116,373 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 112,057 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 104,688 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 94,290 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2007 94,289 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 85,974 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 85,973 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 17 Aug 2005 81,701 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2005 81,700 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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CX51 RKN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Bronze with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 86,559 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 CX51 RKN, 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 25 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 CX51 RKN registered?

CX51 RKN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is CX51 RKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX51 RKN shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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