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S743 JUB

1998 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

175,330 mi
Last recorded175,330 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2008
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk97,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS743 JUB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2008 175,330 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 158,292 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 158,292 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2006 140,601 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 124,344 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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S743 JUB is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S743 JUB, 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 S743 JUB registered?

S743 JUB is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S743 JUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S743 JUB shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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