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V142 GRF

1999 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

133,530 mi
Last recorded133,530 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2019
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk93,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV142 GRF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2019 133,530 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 131,390 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 129,416 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 127,565 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 124,650 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 121,835 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 119,365 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 117,419 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 115,132 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 111,103 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 104,678 miles

sills have covers unable too fully check condition

Pass 3 Sep 2008 98,118 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 98,118 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 91,965 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 91,965 miles

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

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

sills have covers unable too check condition

Pass 4 Sep 2006 86,685 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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V142 GRF is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 V142 GRF, 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

How do I check the history of V142 GRF?

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What year was V142 GRF registered?

V142 GRF is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 16 September 1999.

Is V142 GRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V142 GRF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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