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R8 XXW

1998 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

124,963 mi
Last recorded124,963 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk97,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 XXW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2013 124,963 miles

ALL BRAKE DISCS ARE RUSTY

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

OS REAR TYRE HAS SLIGHT DETERIATION TO OUTER WALL SLIGHT PLAY N/S FRONT WHEEL BEARING OS FRONT TYRE IS WORN ON INNER EDGE

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 124,367 miles

FRONT DISCS CORRODED SLIGHTLY

Pass 28 Apr 2010 123,578 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 123,578 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

nearside front tyre is bald on the inner edge.

Pass 4 Mar 2009 118,653 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 112,938 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 105,788 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 95,374 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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R8 XXW is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R8 XXW, 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 R8 XXW registered?

R8 XXW is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is R8 XXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R8 XXW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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