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V196 MGN

1999 Mercedes-benz Clk

Grey Diesel 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,840 mi
Last recorded43,840 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2017
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk93,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV196 MGN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2017 43,840 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 40,984 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 60,337 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 60,294 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 59,468 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 58,089 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 56,157 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 54,688 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 50,982 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 46,431 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 42,752 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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V196 MGN is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk in Grey with a 3,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V196 MGN, 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 V196 MGN?

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What year was V196 MGN registered?

V196 MGN is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V196 MGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for V196 MGN shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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