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MU51 GXL

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

96,545 mi
Last recorded96,545 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU51 GXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2018 96,545 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 92,033 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

service and parking brake low efficiency

Pass 16 Jun 2015 79,848 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 79,845 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 75,759 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 72,044 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 70,168 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 64,756 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 56,795 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 50,017 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 41,957 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 35,865 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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MU51 GXL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 MU51 GXL, 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 MU51 GXL registered?

MU51 GXL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is MU51 GXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MU51 GXL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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