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GU51 OZW

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

81,130 mi
Last recorded81,130 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 OZW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 81,130 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2026 81,125 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2025 77,077 miles

Nearside side skirt is lose

Pass 7 Aug 2024 73,434 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 72,544 miles

Eml on indicating a fault vehicle pre 2003

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 71,315 miles

50% of the washer jets not working but there is sufficient fluid to windscreen

EML warning light on dash indicating a fault

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 70,040 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 68,697 miles

Nearside Rear sill side-skirt slight loose but secure

Fail 11 Aug 2020 68,696 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear sill side-skirt slight loose but secure

Pass 9 Aug 2019 67,318 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 65,437 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 63,818 miles

Engine management light on

Pass 28 Jul 2016 62,080 miles

Engine warning light on

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 60,254 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 58,347 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 56,044 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 52,853 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 52,853 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 49,723 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 47,718 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 45,186 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 43,326 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 41,153 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 31,928 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2005 31,928 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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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GU51 OZW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 GU51 OZW, 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.

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What year was GU51 OZW registered?

GU51 OZW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is GU51 OZW safe to buy?

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