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R262 DGT

1998 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,040 mi
Last recorded125,040 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2013
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk97,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR262 DGT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2013 125,040 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 117,970 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

drivers seat squab tilt button used for forward and back movement

Fail 5 May 2012 117,970 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both front tyres worn badly on outer edges

Pass 2 Jul 2009 103,076 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 94,951 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

leak on rear diff

Pass 15 Oct 2007 87,014 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 82,239 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 82,239 miles

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

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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R262 DGT is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 97,549 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 R262 DGT, 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 28 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 R262 DGT registered?

R262 DGT is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 8 July 1998.

Is R262 DGT safe to buy?

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