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R920 EFU

1998 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

142,784 mi
Last recorded142,784 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2015
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk97,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR920 EFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2015 142,784 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 142,784 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 142,084 miles

Nearside Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 140,176 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 137,248 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 132,393 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 127,587 miles

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 127,587 miles

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 122,558 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 116,799 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 111,366 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 111,366 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 102,294 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 102,294 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

nearside front tyre wearing on the outer edge, and on the limit on the outer edge.

nearside rear tyre on limit on the inner edge.

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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R920 EFU is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R920 EFU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R920 EFU registered?

R920 EFU is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 5 February 1998.

Is R920 EFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R920 EFU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R920 EFU have outstanding finance?

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