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KY51 CFA

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

99,872 mi
Last recorded99,872 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2014
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY51 CFA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2014 99,872 miles

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 94,587 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 86,589 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 86,583 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 76,991 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 68,785 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 68,785 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 61,240 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 54,268 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 49,827 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 45,102 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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KY51 CFA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KY51 CFA, 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 KY51 CFA registered?

KY51 CFA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is KY51 CFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY51 CFA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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