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R65 DGH

1997 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

155,569 mi
Last recorded155,569 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2016
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk105,377 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR65 DGH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2016 155,569 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 144,163 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 136,997 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 133,478 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Fail 15 Aug 2012 133,478 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 27 Jan 2011 129,307 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nsr tyre starting to wear on edge

osr brake holding on slightly

Pass 11 Sep 2009 125,916 miles

rear differential is leaking

Pass 29 Aug 2008 123,170 miles

offside front tyre is wearing inner edge

offside front wheel rim is slightly damaged

offside front wing mirror is blemished

Pass 18 Aug 2007 114,436 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 103,736 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 103,736 miles

Offside Rear Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

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

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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R65 DGH is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 R65 DGH, 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.

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What year was R65 DGH registered?

R65 DGH is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R65 DGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R65 DGH shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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