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RX51 MVS

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

126,570 mi
Last recorded126,570 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 MVS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2017 126,570 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 122,676 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 118,527 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 117,366 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 116,120 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 113,948 miles

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

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

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

Fail 16 Dec 2010 108,825 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

nsr suspension arm worn

Pass 16 Dec 2010 108,825 miles

nsr suspension arm worn

Pass 11 Dec 2009 101,492 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2008 96,944 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 78,855 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 56,026 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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RX51 MVS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RX51 MVS, 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 RX51 MVS?

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What year was RX51 MVS registered?

RX51 MVS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is RX51 MVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 MVS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX51 MVS have outstanding finance?

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