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S985 OEO

1998 Mercedes-benz Clk

Grey Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

65,254 mi
Last recorded65,254 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2024
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk97,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS985 OEO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2024 65,254 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 63,791 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2023 63,791 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 58,816 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 56,842 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Sep 2021 56,842 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 56,443 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 56,268 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 55,810 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 55,790 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 55,583 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 54,420 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 55,386 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 55,341 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 55,296 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 55,271 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 55,245 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 55,193 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 55,135 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 53,568 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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S985 OEO is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk in Grey with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 S985 OEO, 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 S985 OEO registered?

S985 OEO is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 16 October 1998.

Is S985 OEO safe to buy?

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