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T488 JSL

1999 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

132,992 mi
Last recorded132,992 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk93,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT488 JSL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 132,992 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn to legal limit

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads at minimum thickness (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 123,381 miles

front brake pads wearing thin

Pass 8 Aug 2015 115,147 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 111,107 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 8 Aug 2014 111,107 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 106,277 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 102,056 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 6 Jul 2011 97,205 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 92,639 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 86,783 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 79,719 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 79,718 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 73,578 miles

coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 64,270 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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T488 JSL is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 T488 JSL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T488 JSL registered?

T488 JSL is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 June 1999.

Is T488 JSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T488 JSL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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