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S121 DEB

1998 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

104,981 mi
Last recorded104,981 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk97,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS121 DEB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2017 104,981 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 100,181 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 95,347 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 9 Mar 2015 95,347 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 90,234 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 86,683 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 84,412 miles

Front brake discs worn slightly

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

tyre size: Rear 22555R16W

Fail 30 Sep 2011 84,412 miles

Front brake discs worn slightly

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

tyre size: Rear 22555R16W

Pass 14 Aug 2010 81,115 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 79,177 miles

n/s/r tyre close to limit

Pass 25 Jul 2008 76,664 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 73,633 miles

front brake discs ridged

some play in both front bottom ball joints

Pass 10 Aug 2006 71,789 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2005 65,753 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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S121 DEB is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 S121 DEB, 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.

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What year was S121 DEB registered?

S121 DEB is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S121 DEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S121 DEB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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