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LE51 APU

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Red Petrol 4300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

24,349 mi
Last recorded24,349 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE51 APU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,300cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 24,349 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 22,380 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2024 22,379 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 21,104 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2022 18,895 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 16,970 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 26,563 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 25,999 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 24,679 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 24,417 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 22,671 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 21,186 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 11,081 miles

n/s/f tyre has cut but not showing any cords or plys

Pass 6 Dec 2013 10,162 miles

front registration plate crack

nearside front tyre cut outer side wall

nearside rear tyre cut outer side wall (scrape )

Fail 6 Dec 2013 10,162 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

front registration plate crack

nearside front tyre cut outer side wall

nearside rear tyre cut outer side wall (scrape )

Pass 6 Dec 2012 14,210 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 13,011 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 12,420 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 12,102 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 11,423 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 10,734 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 9,630 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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LE51 APU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Red with a 4,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 LE51 APU, 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

How do I check the history of LE51 APU?

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What year was LE51 APU registered?

LE51 APU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is LE51 APU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE51 APU shows 22 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.

Does LE51 APU have outstanding finance?

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