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HJ51 BFY

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

97,357 mi
Last recorded97,357 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2022
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ51 BFY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2022 97,357 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 94,647 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2020 91,834 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 86,776 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 79,437 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 72,603 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 65,668 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 63,653 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 60,401 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2013 57,674 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 55,012 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 4 Oct 2011 51,145 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 51,145 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 48,468 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 44,353 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 44,353 miles

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (1.3.1a)

Fail 1 Oct 2008 38,775 miles

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

Lower Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 38,775 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 32,694 miles

Front wiper poor.

O/s/front tyre damaged on sidewall.

Fail 18 Oct 2007 32,694 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front pads & discs worn low.

Front wiper poor.

O/s/front tyre damaged on sidewall.

Pass 3 Oct 2006 29,170 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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HJ51 BFY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 HJ51 BFY, 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 HJ51 BFY registered?

HJ51 BFY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is HJ51 BFY safe to buy?

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