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S470 XRJ

1998 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Diesel 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

132,836 mi
Last recorded132,836 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk97,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS470 XRJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2015 132,836 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 122,237 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 111,751 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 104,976 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 104,976 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 96,996 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 96,996 miles

Front registration plate character(s) formed using multiple strokes (6.3.4e)

Rear registration plate character(s) formed using multiple strokes (6.3.4e)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 96,800 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2007 96,800 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2006 92,898 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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S470 XRJ is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,295cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 S470 XRJ, 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 S470 XRJ?

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What year was S470 XRJ registered?

S470 XRJ is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S470 XRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S470 XRJ shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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