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R315 GDM

1998 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

5,837 mi
Last recorded5,837 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2016
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk97,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR315 GDM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2016 5,837 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front tyre cracked and deteriorated to outer sidewall

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 28 May 2015 99,660 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 98,238 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 31 Dec 2012 96,519 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2012 96,428 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2011 93,820 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 92,078 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2010 92,078 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2009 89,484 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 89,484 miles

Nearside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2008 86,791 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 15,205 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 77,807 miles

Nearside Front 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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R315 GDM is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R315 GDM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R315 GDM registered?

R315 GDM is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 25 February 1998.

Is R315 GDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R315 GDM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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