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R317 SWA

1997 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

118,638 mi
Last recorded118,638 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2010
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk105,377 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR317 SWA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2010 118,638 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 118,636 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 6 May 2009 108,206 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 108,206 miles

registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 98,173 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres wearing inner edges

nearside steering idler bush slightly worn

Fail 3 Mar 2008 98,173 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres wearing inner edges

nearside steering idler bush slightly worn

Pass 28 Feb 2007 87,749 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 84,222 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 84,222 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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R317 SWA is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 R317 SWA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R317 SWA registered?

R317 SWA is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R317 SWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R317 SWA shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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