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S780 DHJ

1998 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

154,380 mi
Last recorded154,380 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2011
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk97,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS780 DHJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2011 154,380 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 133,015 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 133,015 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 116,475 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 106,881 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 106,732 miles

Nearside Inner Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 27 Jul 2007 94,340 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 94,340 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 82,652 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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S780 DHJ is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S780 DHJ, 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 S780 DHJ registered?

S780 DHJ is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 22 December 1998.

Is S780 DHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S780 DHJ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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