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SW09 EMV

2009 Mercedes-benz Clk

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,875 mi
Last recorded84,875 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2021
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Clk66,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW09 EMV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2021 84,875 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Sep 2021 84,850 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake low on performance

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 80,730 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Aug 2020 80,730 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 74,075 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 67,819 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 63,382 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2017 63,374 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 55,495 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

exhaust corroded

Fail 14 May 2015 46,214 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres perished

Pass 14 May 2015 46,214 miles

both front tyres perished

Pass 10 Jun 2014 364,471 miles

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

n,s,f tyre perished

Fail 10 Jun 2014 364,469 miles

Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

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)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

n,s,f tyre perished

Pass 25 Jun 2013 26,474 miles

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

o/s front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 23 Aug 2012 17,525 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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SW09 EMV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Clk in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 66,318 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 SW09 EMV, 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 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SW09 EMV registered?

SW09 EMV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 18 June 2009.

Is SW09 EMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW09 EMV shows 15 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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