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R399 OGC

1998 Mercedes-benz Clk

Green Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

38,488 mi
Last recorded38,488 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2023
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk97,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR399 OGC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2023 38,488 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 37,330 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 36,102 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread broken (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2020 34,998 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 33,196 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 31,062 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2017 29,015 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 28,507 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 27,430 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 26,044 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 May 2013 25,120 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 23,022 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 23,022 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 22,100 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 21,174 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 19,670 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 16,757 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 14,671 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 13,464 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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R399 OGC is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk in Green with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R399 OGC, 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 R399 OGC registered?

R399 OGC is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 9 January 1998.

Is R399 OGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R399 OGC shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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