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R391 BLH

1998 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

144,114 mi
Last recorded144,114 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2020
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk97,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR391 BLH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2020 144,114 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 144,114 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2019 143,238 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 143,238 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 140,914 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 138,591 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 137,355 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 134,446 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 128,089 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 119,022 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 111,847 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 107,264 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 97,857 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 92,339 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2008 78,401 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 22 Jan 2007 70,873 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Jan 2006 63,585 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2006 63,585 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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R391 BLH is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R391 BLH, 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 R391 BLH registered?

R391 BLH is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R391 BLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R391 BLH shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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