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JLZ 6866

1997 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

180,170 mi
Last recorded180,170 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2012
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk105,377 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLZ 6866
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 3 Jul 2012 180,170 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 163,844 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Apr 2010 151,058 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 134,271 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2007 119,171 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 101,205 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2005 88,678 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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JLZ 6866 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 105,377 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 JLZ 6866, 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 29 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 JLZ 6866 registered?

JLZ 6866 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 24 June 1997.

Is JLZ 6866 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JLZ 6866 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JLZ 6866 have outstanding finance?

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