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KR52 XZE

2002 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests28 (22 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

120,439 mi
Last recorded120,439 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk81,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR52 XZE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

22 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 120,439 miles

Boot Catch Slightly Loose

Pass 12 Feb 2025 118,088 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 116,214 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 114,523 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 111,464 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 109,920 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 108,636 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 106,565 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 106,565 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 103,623 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 100,827 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 97,957 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 94,136 miles

speedometer inoperative after 10mph

Pass 19 Feb 2014 92,323 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Feb 2013 89,825 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 89,818 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 86,585 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2012 86,585 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 82,970 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 82,970 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 79,203 miles

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

slight cut in offside tyre side wall

Pass 23 Feb 2009 75,166 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 75,163 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2008 70,268 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 66,994 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 63,992 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 59,243 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2005 59,241 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

ALL 4 WHEEL RIMS SCUFFED==ENG COVERS==

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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KR52 XZE is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 KR52 XZE, 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 KR52 XZE registered?

KR52 XZE is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 9 September 2002.

Is KR52 XZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR52 XZE shows 28 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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