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R30 RAD

2002 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

57,828 mi
Last recorded57,828 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk81,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR30 RAD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 57,828 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 56,642 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking between tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 54,657 miles

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

Exhaust system is corroded

Pass 5 Nov 2022 52,852 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 52,188 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 51,636 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 48,325 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 46,852 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 46,100 miles

oil leak

Pass 12 Sep 2016 45,068 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 42,152 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 36,534 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 27,238 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 25,763 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 25,768 miles

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 21,387 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 17,798 miles

exhaust heat shield rattles

slight corrosion under the n/s/r (wax oil)

slight play in both front lower swivel joints

Pass 28 Jun 2010 14,544 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 14,544 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2009 10,498 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 8,996 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 8,996 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 8,268 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 8,268 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 6,580 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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R30 RAD is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 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 R30 RAD, 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 R30 RAD registered?

R30 RAD is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 12 July 2002.

Is R30 RAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R30 RAD shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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