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KU51 CDE

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

194,818 mi
Last recorded194,818 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU51 CDE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2017 194,818 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

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)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

under trays fitted

Fail 9 Sep 2017 130,100 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

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)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Jul 2016 122,894 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 122,830 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 177,728 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 104,427 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 100,302 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 96,042 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 89,442 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 81,370 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 68,884 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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KU51 CDE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 KU51 CDE, 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 KU51 CDE registered?

KU51 CDE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is KU51 CDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU51 CDE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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