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S13 VPR

2004 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

97,472 mi
Last recorded97,472 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk75,635 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS13 VPR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 97,472 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

o/s exhaust bracket broken weld

Pass 25 Jun 2025 91,495 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material fuel tank area (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 Jun 2025 91,495 miles

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material fuel tank area (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 91,162 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 90,244 miles

Offside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2017 85,072 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 76,777 miles

Nearside Front tyre has outer sidewall damage no cords showing

Pass 28 May 2015 76,321 miles

n/s/f tyre has deep cut to outer wall

Fail 28 May 2015 76,321 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

n/s/f tyre has deep cut to outer wall

Pass 9 May 2014 71,332 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 6 May 2014 71,305 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 21 May 2013 66,295 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 60,323 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2012 60,323 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 52,542 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 44,722 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 31,075 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 31,075 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2008 26,037 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2007 19,717 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 19,717 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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S13 VPR is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 75,635 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 S13 VPR, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S13 VPR registered?

S13 VPR is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 13 April 2004.

Is S13 VPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S13 VPR shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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