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DGV 85

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

62,089 mi
Last recorded62,089 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGV 85
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 62,089 miles

Exhaust mounting defective bracket by gearbox broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 56,840 miles

Exhaust mounting defective bracket by gearbox broken (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 52,417 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Fail 20 Jun 2024 52,417 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2023 46,195 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 40,587 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 37,297 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 32,366 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 30,361 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 26,527 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 26,527 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged Dangerous (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2017 25,964 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Sep 2017 25,964 miles

Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 25,100 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 24,535 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 23,526 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 22,325 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 21,285 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all steel brake pipes and ferreles starting to corrode

Pass 19 Sep 2011 19,994 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 18,626 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 18,626 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 17,250 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 15,361 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 15,361 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 14,191 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 12,628 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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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DGV 85 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 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 DGV 85, 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 DGV 85 registered?

DGV 85 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is DGV 85 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGV 85 shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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