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RF51 NSN

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

137,526 mi
Last recorded137,526 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF51 NSN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 137,526 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 137,212 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 136,976 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 136,563 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 136,460 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 136,290 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 135,796 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 134,808 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 134,241 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 133,786 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 132,617 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 129,126 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 122,692 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 115,261 miles

both front tyres close to tread wear indicators

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

child seats fitted to both rear seats

front to rear metal brake pipes corroded

n/s/f metal brake pipe corroded

n/s/r metal brake pipe corroded

o/s/r tyre close to tread wear indicators

Pass 14 Oct 2010 106,692 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 106,686 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 95,639 miles

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 86,628 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 77,961 miles

all 4 tyres getting low

steering damper apears weak and has leaked

Fail 12 Oct 2007 77,961 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

all 4 tyres getting low

steering damper apears weak and has leaked

Pass 26 Oct 2006 66,455 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 66,434 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Oct 2005 57,429 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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RF51 NSN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 86,559 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 RF51 NSN, 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 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RF51 NSN?

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What year was RF51 NSN registered?

RF51 NSN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 29 October 2001.

Is RF51 NSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF51 NSN shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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