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JP02 DEC

2002 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

179,704 mi
Last recorded179,704 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk81,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJP02 DEC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2016 179,704 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 176,474 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2015 176,440 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2014 170,508 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 170,508 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 158,105 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 144,913 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 144,913 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 134,375 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 134,375 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 126,114 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 126,114 miles

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 113,574 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 92,953 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 70,715 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 46,286 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 46,286 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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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JP02 DEC is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JP02 DEC, 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 JP02 DEC registered?

JP02 DEC is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 19 June 2002.

Is JP02 DEC safe to buy?

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