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S343 JGX

1999 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

118,914 mi
Last recorded118,914 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2012
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk93,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS343 JGX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2012 118,914 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 10 May 2011 104,806 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 92,971 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 10 May 2010 92,971 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2009 88,645 miles

air con top up and disinfectant

antifreeze should be changed every 4 years

brake fluid should be changed every 2 years

Pass 12 May 2008 83,649 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 77,468 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 77,468 miles

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

205 55 x 16 W Michelin Primacy

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

Recomend Air conditioning top up to maintain optimum cooling temperatures and to lubricate all internal pump workings.

Requires Tracking re-alignment

Pass 3 Apr 2006 69,126 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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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S343 JGX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 93,846 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 S343 JGX, 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 27 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 S343 JGX?

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What year was S343 JGX registered?

S343 JGX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 15 January 1999.

Is S343 JGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S343 JGX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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