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S685 JEC

1998 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

108,511 mi
Last recorded108,511 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2017
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk97,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS685 JEC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2017 108,511 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Feb 2016 105,067 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2016 105,067 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 99,482 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 95,425 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 95,425 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 94,620 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 92,610 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 92,604 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2011 87,443 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 85,057 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 83,421 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 81,485 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 78,807 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 76,923 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2005 76,923 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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S685 JEC is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S685 JEC, 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.

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What year was S685 JEC registered?

S685 JEC is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S685 JEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S685 JEC shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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