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J3 DEF

2009 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

117,735 mi
Last recorded117,735 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Clk66,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ3 DEF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 117,735 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 108,105 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 98,601 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 90,212 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 29 Nov 2022 90,212 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 81,860 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 73,734 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 65,284 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 53,278 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 41,710 miles

Both front brake discs slightly worn with 'lips' on edges

Offside rear suspension coil spring slightly corroded at bottom

Fail 9 Nov 2017 41,710 miles

Both front brake discs slightly worn with 'lips' on edges

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part mount bracket insecure (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link gaiter separated (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear suspension coil spring slightly corroded at bottom

Pass 6 Dec 2016 32,037 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 27,848 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 21,298 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 18,170 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 13,248 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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J3 DEF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 66,318 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 J3 DEF, 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 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J3 DEF registered?

J3 DEF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 20 November 2009.

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The MOT history for J3 DEF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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