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LG51 ZYS

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

97,949 mi
Last recorded97,949 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG51 ZYS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 97,949 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 97,667 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 95,756 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 93,537 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 90,841 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 31 Mar 2022 90,841 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 88,063 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Mar 2020 86,861 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2020 86,854 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 85,540 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 82,507 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 81,325 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 79,591 miles

exhaust system poor condition

uneven wear to front tyres

Pass 2 Apr 2015 77,387 miles

corrosion to power steering pipes

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to all shockers

corrosion to suspension components

slight runout to front tyres

steering damper damp

surface rust to brake pipes

Pass 28 Mar 2014 75,067 miles

corrosion to suspension components

exhaust poor condition

slight corrosion to all brake discs

slight play in steering idlers

surface rust to brake pipes

Pass 8 Apr 2013 72,323 miles

corrsion suspension components.

exhaust poor condition.

slight corrsion all brake discs.

slight play n/s steering idler.

slight tread run out rear tyres/cracks in tread.

Pass 13 Jan 2011 68,995 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 66,828 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 60,714 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2007 58,900 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 52,181 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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LG51 ZYS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 LG51 ZYS, 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 LG51 ZYS?

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What year was LG51 ZYS registered?

LG51 ZYS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is LG51 ZYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG51 ZYS shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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