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R901 WAW

1997 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

123,454 mi
Last recorded123,454 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2021
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk105,377 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR901 WAW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2021 123,454 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 122,579 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 120,525 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 119,357 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2017 119,357 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour both front bulbs (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2016 114,638 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/50x16 (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2015 105,019 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 93,762 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 84,226 miles

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

exhaust front pipe splitting from strap

Pass 21 Feb 2013 84,226 miles

exhaust front pipe splitting from strap

Pass 28 May 2012 84,183 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 82,861 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 82,861 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 81,699 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 76,678 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 76,678 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 72,058 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 67,266 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2006 53,694 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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R901 WAW is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 R901 WAW, 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 R901 WAW registered?

R901 WAW is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 17 November 1997.

Is R901 WAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R901 WAW shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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