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R5 AUG

1999 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

67,654 mi
Last recorded67,654 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk93,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR5 AUG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 67,654 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 66,392 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 64,785 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 63,785 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 63,011 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 62,551 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 62,452 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 62,339 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 62,105 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2018 62,102 miles

registration plate character(s) likely to be misread both (6.3.4b)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 61,735 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 61,636 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 61,543 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 61,382 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 61,039 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 60,075 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 58,416 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 55,762 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 54,603 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 52,882 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 48,223 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 44,027 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 39,908 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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R5 AUG is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 93,846 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 R5 AUG, 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 27 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 R5 AUG registered?

R5 AUG is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 15 June 1999.

Is R5 AUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R5 AUG shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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