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SP51 NTF

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

96,521 mi
Last recorded96,521 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP51 NTF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 96,521 miles

o/s mirror glass deteriated

Fail 31 Mar 2018 96,521 miles

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

heatsheilds insecure

o/s mirror glass deteriated

Pass 10 Apr 2017 93,813 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 3 Apr 2017 93,711 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 87,847 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 87,847 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2015 78,004 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 78,004 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 70,710 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 70,710 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 63,896 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

advise exhaust bracket corrosion

advise inner edge front tyres wearing

Pass 13 Feb 2012 63,026 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 61,071 miles

ADVISE OFFSIDE FRONT SIDE REPEATOR ONE BULB OUT

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 26 Jan 2011 61,071 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

ADVISE HIGH INTENSITY STOP LAMP INOP

ADVISE NO REVERSE LIGHTS

ADVISE OFFSIDE FRONT SIDE REPEATOR ONE BULB OUT

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 56,255 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 53,810 miles

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

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

slight oil leak at rear diff

Fail 2 Feb 2009 53,810 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

slight oil leak at rear diff

Pass 11 Feb 2008 51,007 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2007 45,433 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 39,079 miles

oil leak at rear diff

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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SP51 NTF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 86,559 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 SP51 NTF, 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 25 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 SP51 NTF registered?

SP51 NTF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is SP51 NTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP51 NTF shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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