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R802 WEC

1997 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

55,198 mi
Last recorded55,198 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk105,377 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR802 WEC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 55,198 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 55,063 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 54,926 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 54,921 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 54,912 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 54,901 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 54,895 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2019 54,895 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2018 54,865 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 54,843 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn has a lip (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn has a lip (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 54,813 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play has very slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 54,804 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014 54,572 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 upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2013 54,563 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 54,445 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 54,249 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 54,065 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 53,881 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 49,092 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 48,495 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 47,682 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 46,599 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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R802 WEC is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 R802 WEC, 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 R802 WEC registered?

R802 WEC is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R802 WEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R802 WEC shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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