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R795 XSW

1997 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2023
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

45,704 mi
Last recorded45,704 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2022
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk105,377 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR795 XSW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2022 45,704 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material body to flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 42,416 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 39,040 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 36,731 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play osf inner track rod has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 36,065 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 35,724 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 35,418 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 34,134 miles

scaly rust to front suspension

Pass 9 Mar 2015 31,992 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 30,504 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Mar 2013 30,005 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 29,763 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 29,763 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 28,287 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 27,235 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 24,953 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2008 22,779 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 20,208 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 21 Mar 2006 18,660 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)

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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R795 XSW is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R795 XSW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R795 XSW registered?

R795 XSW is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R795 XSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R795 XSW 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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