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MK51 XJF

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

93,999 mi
Last recorded93,999 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK51 XJF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 93,999 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 93,698 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 92,484 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 87,880 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2022 86,012 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 19 May 2021 85,746 miles
Fail 19 May 2021 85,746 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 85,295 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 84,628 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 82,795 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2018 82,795 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 81,753 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 80,362 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 76,831 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 73,203 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 67,839 miles

n/s handbrake effort slightly low

n/s/f and n/s/r tyres cracked and perished

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Pass 21 Sep 2011 67,297 miles

eml on

n/s handbrake effort slightly low

Pass 24 Sep 2010 66,488 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 66,488 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 64,901 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 64,091 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 59,801 miles

number plates

Fail 4 Feb 2008 59,801 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

number plates

Pass 1 Feb 2007 49,931 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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MK51 XJF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 MK51 XJF, 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 MK51 XJF?

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What year was MK51 XJF registered?

MK51 XJF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is MK51 XJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK51 XJF shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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