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S546 NBD

1998 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

211,002 mi
Last recorded211,002 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2016
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk97,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS546 NBD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2016 211,002 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 208,548 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 208,548 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 201,460 miles

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

advise under body/bumper damage

Pass 1 Aug 2013 193,955 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 185,477 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 174,792 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 163,569 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 146,513 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 4 Aug 2009 146,513 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Aug 2008 146,513 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2008 146,513 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 134,416 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 5 Aug 2006 124,269 miles

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 124,269 miles

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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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S546 NBD is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 S546 NBD, 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 S546 NBD registered?

S546 NBD is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S546 NBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S546 NBD shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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