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R37 WBL

1998 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

151,628 mi
Last recorded151,628 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2020
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk97,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR37 WBL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2020 151,628 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 151,608 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 150,065 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 148,712 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2016 147,585 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 145,961 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 144,792 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 143,673 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 141,638 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 140,341 miles
Pass 31 May 2010 138,674 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 133,797 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 125,318 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 114,270 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 114,207 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 102,903 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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R37 WBL is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R37 WBL, 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 R37 WBL registered?

R37 WBL is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 6 July 1998.

Is R37 WBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R37 WBL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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