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RV52 XFW

2002 Mercedes-benz Clk

Beige Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

107,021 mi
Last recorded107,021 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk81,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV52 XFW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 107,021 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced N/S/F OUTRIGGER WEAK (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2026 106,697 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced BOTH FRONTS (4.1.4 (b))

Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play O/S/F INNER TRACK ROD END (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 104,715 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 14 Jan 2025 104,711 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2023 99,020 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases CENTER CLAMP (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 95,417 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases CENTER CLAMP (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 90,992 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases CENTER (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 84,364 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 1 Aug 2019 81,594 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2019 81,594 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 79,263 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 75,052 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 69,877 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 69,877 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 69,429 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 68,928 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 64,326 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 3 Feb 2011 60,144 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2011 60,144 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2008 52,564 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s/f wheel has possibly been repaired

Pass 12 Apr 2007 45,633 miles

rear exaust baffle loose

Fail 25 Nov 2005 34,118 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

n/s/f tread low at edges

o/s/r centre tread close to markers

tail silencer baffles loose

wear brake pedal anti-slip pad

Pass 25 Nov 2005 34,118 miles

n/s/f tread low at edges

o/s/r centre tread close to markers

tail silencer baffles loose

wear brake pedal anti-slip pad

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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RV52 XFW is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk in Beige with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 RV52 XFW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RV52 XFW?

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What year was RV52 XFW registered?

RV52 XFW is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 13 September 2002.

Is RV52 XFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV52 XFW shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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