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S942 FTX

1998 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

58,399 mi
Last recorded58,399 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk97,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS942 FTX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 58,399 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2025 57,579 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 54,401 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 50,183 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2023 50,182 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 45,770 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 45,519 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 44,362 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 43,832 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 41,752 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 41,752 miles

Rear Fuel hose leaking tank to pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 40,021 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 38,688 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 37,135 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 37,135 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 35,020 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 33,980 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 33,180 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 29,545 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 28,649 miles

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

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

fuel pipe from filter slighty chaffed ;

Pass 24 Jun 2009 26,925 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 26,654 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 24,721 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 23,584 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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S942 FTX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S942 FTX, 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 S942 FTX registered?

S942 FTX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S942 FTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S942 FTX shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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