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T970 RCF

1999 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

118,402 mi
Last recorded118,402 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk93,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT970 RCF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 118,402 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 May 2018 117,803 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2018 117,803 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 19 May 2017 117,250 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2017 117,250 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 10 May 2016 115,836 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

slight play in steering arm inner joint

Pass 11 May 2015 112,359 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 May 2014 110,203 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 107,626 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 107,626 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Pass 21 May 2012 96,461 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 90,675 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 85,671 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 76,537 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 67,678 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 66,168 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 59,308 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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T970 RCF is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 T970 RCF, 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 T970 RCF registered?

T970 RCF is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 20 May 1999.

Is T970 RCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for T970 RCF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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