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T486 FWR

1999 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,406 mi
Last recorded87,406 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk93,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT486 FWR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2017 87,406 miles

Axle (2) suspension springs extreme ends are corroded (2.4.C.1,b)

Nearside Front Upper coil spring mounting has been plated using what looks like 3 mm plate, seam welded and under sealed (2.4.C.3,c)

Nearside Rear indicator colour is slightly deteriorated (1.4.A.2,f)

Offside Front Inner wing behind headlamp area has been plated, welded and under sealed (6.1.1)

Offside Front Inner wing suspension prescribed area has been plated, welded and under sealed (2.4.A,3)

Offside Front Lower outer drivers door panel has corrosion occurring (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Lower suspension ball joint has lift present (2.5.A,1,c)

Offside Front Outer wing panel around the arch area has corrosion forming (6.1.C,1)

Offside Front Suspension chassis prescribed load bearing member has corrosion occurring (2.4.A,3)

Offside Front Upper coil spring mounting has been plated using what looks like 3 mm plate, seam welded and under sealed (2.4.C.3,c)

Offside Front indicator lens is missing (1.4.A.2,f)

Offside Front wheel bearings have slight free play present (2.5.A.3,c)

Offside Rear tyre breadth of tread has worn down to 2.69 mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear boot panel around catch area is corroding (6.1.C.1)

The exhaust front pipe has a mounting bracket detached (7.1.1)

The headlamps lenses are slightly affecting the illumination and beam images ((1.7.5,a)(1.8.B,1,b))

The park brake imbalance recorded at time of retest is at 38%, indicating that the brakes are ready for service/repairs (3.7.B.6,b)

Fail 8 Jul 2017 87,366 miles

Nearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Axle (2) suspension springs extreme ends are corroded (2.4.C.1,b)

Nearside Rear indicator colour is slightly deteriorated (1.4.A.2,f)

Offside Front Inner wing behind headlamp area has excessive corrosion present (6.1.1)

Offside Front Lower outer drivers door panel has corrosion occurring (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Lower suspension ball joint has lift present (2.5.A,1,c)

Offside Front Outer wing panel around the arch area has corrosion forming (6.1.C,1)

Offside Front Suspension chassis prescribed load bearing member has corrosion occurring (2.4.A,3)

Offside Front indicator lens is missing (1.4.A.2,f)

Offside Front wheel bearings have slight free play present (2.5.A.3,c)

Offside Rear tyre breadth of tread has worn down to 2.69 mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Park brake imbalance has been recorded at 37%, indicating that the brakes are ready for service/repairs (3.7.B,6,b)

Rear boot panel around catch area is corroding (6.1.C.1)

The exhaust front pipe has a mounting bracket detached (7.1.1)

The headlamps lenses are slightly affecting the illumination and beam images ((1.7.5,a)(1.8.B,1,b))

Pass 21 Jul 2016 80,896 miles

Front exhaust pipe has a mounting bracket detached (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Lower door panel has corrosion forming (6.1C.1)

Nearside Front Outer wheel arch panel has corrosion forming (6.1C.1)

Nearside Front suspension turret mounting (under arch) area has corrosion forming (2.4A.3)

Nearside Rear suspension coil spring extreme end is heavily corroded (2.4C.1b)

Nearside Rear wing panel (arch area) has corrosion forming (6.1C.1)

Offside Front Lower door panel has corrosion forming (6.1C.1)

Offside Front Lower suspension ball joint has slight lift/free play present (2.5A.1c)

Offside Front suspension turret mounting (under arch) area has corrosion forming (2.4A.3)

Offside Front suspension turret mounting (under bonnet) area has corrosion forming (2.4A.3)

Offside Front wheel arch panel has corrosion forming (6.1C.1)

Offside Rear suspension coil spring extreme end is heavily corroded (2.4C.1b)

The automatic transmission oil level indicator stick is missing (2c)

The front to rear brake pipes have corrosion present (3.6B.2c)

Fail 21 Jul 2016 80,896 miles

Front exhaust pipe has a mounting bracket detached (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Lower door panel has corrosion forming (6.1C.1)

Nearside Front Outer wheel arch panel has corrosion forming (6.1C.1)

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front suspension turret mounting (under arch) area has corrosion forming (2.4A.3)

Nearside Rear suspension coil spring extreme end is heavily corroded (2.4C.1b)

Nearside Rear wing panel (arch area) has corrosion forming (6.1C.1)

Offside Front Lower door panel has corrosion forming (6.1C.1)

Offside Front Lower suspension ball joint has slight lift/free play present (2.5A.1c)

Offside Front suspension turret mounting (under arch) area has corrosion forming (2.4A.3)

Offside Front suspension turret mounting (under bonnet) area has corrosion forming (2.4A.3)

Offside Front wheel arch panel has corrosion forming (6.1C.1)

Offside Rear suspension coil spring extreme end is heavily corroded (2.4C.1b)

The automatic transmission oil level indicator stick is missing (2c)

The front to rear brake pipes have corrosion present (3.6B.2c)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 72,140 miles

(2.5A.1c)The offside front lower suspension ball joint has lift present indicating that slight wear is present

(3.7B.6b)The park brake imbalance recorded across axle (2) is at 33%,indicating that the brakes are ready for service/repairs

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre at the inner side of the central band is devoid of tread

(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre at the inner side of the central band is devoid of tread

(6.1C.1)The nearside front outer wing panel (Arch area)has corrosion present underneath the paint,which will soon require attention

(6.1C.1)The offside front outer lower door panel has corrosion present underneath the paint,which will soon require attention

(6.1C.1)The offside front outer wing panel (Arch area)has corrosion present underneath the paint,which will soon require attention

THE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Pass 17 Jul 2014 63,814 miles

(3.7A.5b)The service brakes imbalance recorded across axle (2) is at 23%,indicating that the brakes are ready for service

(3.7A.6b)The park brake imbalance recorded across axle (2) is at 19%,indicating that the brakes are ready for service

(6.1C.1)The nearside front outer wing panel has slight corrosion present not likely to cause personal injury at the time of the inspection

(6.1C.1)The offside front outer wing panel has slight corrosion present not likely to cause personal injury at the time of the inspection

(7.1.1)The front exhaust mounting is excessively deteriorated and detached

THE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Pass 13 Jul 2013 57,546 miles

(3.7A.6b)The park brake imbalance has been recorded at 28% (Reference only)

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre at the inner side of the central band is worn unevenly

(4.1E.1)The offside rear tyre at the inner side of the central band is worn unevenly

(7.1.1)The front exhaust pipe mounting bracket is detached

(7.1.2a)The centre exhaust silencer case is deteriorating but not resulting in a leak at the time of examination

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new and or the owner has fitted in various locations protective covers,sealant compounds,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Pass 17 Jul 2012 50,496 miles

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre at the inner side of the central band of breadth of tread is devoid

(7.1.1)The exhaust system at the front adjacent to the transmission has a mounting which is fractured.

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The following items having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated/worn condition and should be given attention.

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Pass 25 Jul 2011 44,309 miles

(4.1D.1b)The nearside front tyre shoulders are wearing unevenly

(6.3.3a)The front number plate has 3D characters,which might not fully comply with the law

(6.3.3b)The rear number plate has 3D characters,which might not fully comply with the law

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in variousl locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection

Fail 22 Jul 2011 44,223 miles

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

(4.1D.1b)The nearside front tyre shoulders are wearing unevenly

(6.3.3a)The front number plate has 3D characters,which might not fully comply with the law

(6.3.3b)The rear number plate has 3D characters,which might not fully comply with the law

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in variousl locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection

Pass 12 Jul 2010 36,623 miles

(1.1A.2b)The offside (driver's)side rear position lamp lens is slightly damaged

(5.2.6)The nearside (passenger's) side lower outer sill has a protective cover fitted which is preventing a visual inspection

(5.2.6)The offside (driver's) side lower outer sill has a protective cover fitted which is preventing a visual inspection

(6.3.2a)The front number plate has 3D characters which may not fully comply with the law

(6.3.2a)The rear number plate has 3D characters which may not fully comply with the law

SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 5 - SEAT BELTS

SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS

The front underside visual inspection is seriously impeared due to a fitted undershield

Pass 10 Jul 2009 31,592 miles

(1.5A.1b)The offside rear indicator lens is slightly damaged

(2.4C.1b)The nearside front suspension coil spring protective coating is starting to deteriorate and surface corrosion present

(2.4C.1b)The offside front suspension coil spring protective coating is starting to deteriorate

(3.7A.2e)The front service brakes imbalance is at 16% throughout the operating range

(6.3.1d)The front number plate is slightly dirty in appearance

Pass 10 Jul 2008 25,409 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 25,409 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 24,514 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 24,514 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2006 23,910 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 23,910 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

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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T486 FWR is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 93,846 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 T486 FWR, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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T486 FWR is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 December 1999.

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