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N44 LAY

2002 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2025
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

101,329 mi
Last recorded101,329 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2024
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk81,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN44 LAY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2024 101,329 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 16 Feb 2024 101,329 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2022 99,256 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2022 99,256 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 96,874 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside and offside side repeaters lamps damaged

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

Rear bumper damaged

Fail 9 Mar 2021 96,874 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside and offside side repeaters lamps damaged

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

Rear bumper damaged

Pass 28 Feb 2020 94,809 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 89,697 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2017 85,235 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 82,784 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 82,784 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working and offside (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2015 80,627 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2015 80,627 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front passenger door catch insecure (6.2.B.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 12,834 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2014 12,824 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 2 Nov 2013 72,575 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 63,288 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 58,305 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2010 53,818 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 53,818 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 5 Nov 2009 47,313 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 47,304 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2008 40,244 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 40,244 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 33,750 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 26,245 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 17,999 miles

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

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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N44 LAY is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 81,742 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 N44 LAY, 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 24 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 N44 LAY registered?

N44 LAY is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 18 October 2002.

Is N44 LAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N44 LAY shows 27 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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