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S431 VBC

1998 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

119,166 mi
Last recorded119,166 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk97,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS431 VBC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2019 119,166 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 116,729 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 114,222 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 111,941 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 108,481 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 106,248 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 103,835 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 100,906 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 100,906 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 98,766 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 98,766 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 96,945 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 96,945 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 22 Jul 2009 94,273 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2009 94,273 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 89,915 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 85,098 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 80,377 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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S431 VBC is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S431 VBC, 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 S431 VBC registered?

S431 VBC is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S431 VBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S431 VBC shows 18 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.

Does S431 VBC have outstanding finance?

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