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LX51 VWW

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

91,695 mi
Last recorded91,695 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2022
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 VWW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2022 91,695 miles

Front Headlamps poor output both sides

Pass 26 Jan 2021 86,955 miles

Front Headlamps poor output both sides

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 25 Jan 2021 86,955 miles

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

Front Headlamps poor output both sides

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2020 83,129 miles

Oil leak

Stering box play when fully turned

Pass 29 Jan 2019 78,120 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under body corroded x 2 rear shock absorber corroded brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 5 Feb 2018 73,150 miles

Nearside Front Outer steering on full lock has slight play

Offside Front Inner steering lock has slight play

Pass 31 Mar 2017 72,075 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower arm mountings and body near gearbox mounting (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sil and body (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower arm mountings (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sil and body (2.4.A.3)

brake pipes (towards front of vehicle ) slightly corroded

exhaust middle box corroded

exhaust mounting broken and causing rattle

Fail 31 Mar 2017 72,075 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower arm mountings and body near gearbox mounting (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sil and body (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower arm mountings (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sil and body (2.4.A.3)

brake pipes (towards front of vehicle ) slightly corroded

exhaust mounting broken and causing rattle

Pass 24 Mar 2016 70,684 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2015 69,213 miles

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

advise sill covers fitted

Fail 23 Mar 2015 69,166 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

advise sill covers fitted

Pass 13 Mar 2014 67,319 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 13 Mar 2014 67,309 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 65,882 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 64,521 miles

Noise noted from offside rear suspension

Wiper smeary

Pass 3 Mar 2011 62,032 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 58,914 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 54,301 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 48,898 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 48,895 miles

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 14 Feb 2008 48,869 miles

Inner Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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LX51 VWW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LX51 VWW, 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.

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What year was LX51 VWW registered?

LX51 VWW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is LX51 VWW safe to buy?

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