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GV51 VXX

2002 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

118,134 mi
Last recorded118,134 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2018
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk81,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 VXX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2018 118,134 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 106,824 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2017 106,824 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2016 103,970 miles

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

oil leak

Fail 20 Jan 2016 103,970 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

oil leak

Pass 31 Jan 2015 101,641 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 98,063 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 98,063 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front suspension wear present

Pass 26 Jan 2013 89,547 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 80,770 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 72,504 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2011 72,499 miles

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

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

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 22 Jan 2010 64,335 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 59,448 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 54,225 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 49,685 miles

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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GV51 VXX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,998cc 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 GV51 VXX, 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 GV51 VXX registered?

GV51 VXX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 January 2002.

Is GV51 VXX safe to buy?

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