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R264 YEC

1997 Mercedes-benz Clk

Green Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

160,175 mi
Last recorded160,175 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk105,377 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR264 YEC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 160,175 miles

Both front tyres treads edges, little worn

Exhaust system, rust corrosion

Front & rear suspension components, rust corrosion

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

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

Underneath of vehicle, in places, rust corrosion

Fail 30 Aug 2017 160,175 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking brake pipe to flex hose (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Both front tyres treads edges, little worn

Exhaust system, rust corrosion

Front & rear suspension components, rust corrosion

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

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

Underneath of vehicle, in places, rust corrosion

Pass 16 Aug 2016 154,424 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 148,498 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 143,781 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 143,781 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 137,822 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 131,999 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 126,875 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 120,075 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2009 111,347 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 104,414 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 96,653 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 88,992 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 80,467 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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R264 YEC is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk in Green with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 105,377 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 R264 YEC, 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 29 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 R264 YEC registered?

R264 YEC is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R264 YEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R264 YEC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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