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RL 51

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Green Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

128,533 mi
Last recorded128,533 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL 51
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2026 128,533 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 126,411 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 124,442 miles

advise slight play in nsf lower ball joint

Pass 23 Mar 2023 121,976 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 119,252 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 117,619 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 116,711 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 115,272 miles

advise front number plate

advise osf lower ball joint has slight lift

Pass 14 Mar 2018 113,142 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 111,172 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 110,142 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 107,860 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 106,091 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 103,565 miles

advise corrosion to front exhaust support

Pass 20 Feb 2012 102,193 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 99,711 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 97,463 miles

advise nsr tyre worn to limit

advise osf tyre worn to limit

Pass 20 Feb 2009 94,277 miles

advise nsf tyre worn to limit

advise rear tyres worn to limit

Pass 15 Feb 2008 91,783 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 88,027 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 85,759 miles

advise stone chip on screen

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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RL 51 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Green with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RL 51, 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 RL 51?

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What year was RL 51 registered?

RL 51 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is RL 51 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL 51 shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RL 51 have outstanding finance?

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