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RG02 JXV

2002 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

245,205 mi
Last recorded245,205 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2019
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk81,742 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG02 JXV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2019 245,205 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 133,951 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2018 133,951 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps no/plate lamps inop. (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 114,935 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2017 114,935 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick brake pads low (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 98,603 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 96,319 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 96,319 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 91,099 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 91,099 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 85,962 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 84,493 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 84,898 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 80,745 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 78,669 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 74,819 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 74,819 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2008 71,462 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 69,821 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 69,810 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Oct 2006 52,349 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 21,318 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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RG02 JXV is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 81,742 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 RG02 JXV, 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 24 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 RG02 JXV registered?

RG02 JXV is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 21 March 2002.

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