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KC51 NEJ

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

220,071 mi
Last recorded220,071 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC51 NEJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2016 220,071 miles

front headlamp pattern weak

fuel filter bracket corroded

rear diff slight leak

rear suspension components corroded

Pass 25 Nov 2015 217,543 miles

both front bottom ball joints slightly stiff

both rear brake back plates corroded

n/s/f steering idler arm have play

Fail 24 Nov 2015 217,531 miles

coil spring broken both rear (2.4.C.1a)

both front bottom ball joints slightly stiff

both rear brake back plates corroded

n/s/f steering idler arm have play

Fail 8 Oct 2014 215,522 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2014 215,522 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 127,442 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 122,930 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine diagnostic light on

n/s/f steering idler arm has slight play

Pass 29 Jun 2010 109,763 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 109,695 miles

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

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

rear pads near limit

Pass 24 Jun 2009 90,885 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 73,574 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 68,679 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 68,659 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2006 63,299 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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KC51 NEJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 KC51 NEJ, 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 KC51 NEJ registered?

KC51 NEJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 December 2001.

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