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S101 ROO

1998 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,800 mi
Last recorded86,800 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2020
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk97,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS101 ROO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2020 86,800 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2020 86,794 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2019 82,643 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 72,853 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 71,805 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 71,802 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tread and inner sidewall deteriorated (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Nov 2015 71,669 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2015 71,669 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both front (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 67,834 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 67,834 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2007 63,005 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 57,234 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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S101 ROO is a 1998 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 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 97,549 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 S101 ROO, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S101 ROO registered?

S101 ROO is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 13 August 1998.

Is S101 ROO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S101 ROO shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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