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S420 XCJ

1998 Mercedes-benz Clk

Green Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,965 mi
Last recorded76,965 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2020
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk97,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS420 XCJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2020 76,965 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 70,798 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

oil leak

Pass 24 Jul 2018 56,466 miles

chipped windscreen

Pass 8 Sep 2017 51,645 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2016 45,820 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 39,225 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 31,965 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 26,619 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 20,442 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 20,434 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 20,350 miles

n/s/r tyre at 1.6mm

o/s/r tyre at 2mm

slight daqmpness around diff

Pass 22 Oct 2008 19,702 miles

advise n/s and o/s rear tyres are close to legal limit

Pass 24 Oct 2007 18,855 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 18,083 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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S420 XCJ is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk in Green with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S420 XCJ, 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

How do I check the history of S420 XCJ?

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What year was S420 XCJ registered?

S420 XCJ is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 27 October 1998.

Is S420 XCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S420 XCJ shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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