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RK51 PFU

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,486 mi
Last recorded123,486 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK51 PFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2015 123,486 miles

early signs of corrosion to all brake pipes

o/s sill is damaged at the rear

oil leak

sill covers fitted

slight play in the n/s/f wheel bearing

slight play in the steering box assembly

undertrays fitted

Fail 5 Nov 2015 123,486 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working inner (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported silencer rubber mounting (7.1.1)

early signs of corrosion to all brake pipes

o/s sill is damaged at the rear

oil leak

sill covers fitted

slight play in the n/s/f wheel bearing

slight play in the steering box assembly

sometimes unable to open the boot assembly

undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Jun 2014 119,486 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 116,546 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 4 Oct 2012 116,546 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Sep 2011 996,020 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 85,032 miles

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

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

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

Fail 23 Aug 2010 85,023 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 67,803 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 63,360 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 55,290 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 49,488 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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RK51 PFU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 RK51 PFU, 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.

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What year was RK51 PFU registered?

RK51 PFU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is RK51 PFU safe to buy?

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