CarVerify

Free Car Check

V316 GOU

1999 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

204,060 mi
Last recorded204,060 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2017
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk93,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationV316 GOU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2017 204,060 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 197,588 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both main front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 20 Feb 2016 197,588 miles

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded both main front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 188,257 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 Feb 2014 175,131 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 165,292 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 150,929 miles

Nearside3 trackrod/steering rack joint has wear/play, not excessive

Pass 9 Feb 2011 139,631 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front exhaust mounting corroded

Pass 27 Feb 2010 135,973 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 129,464 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 127,214 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 124,424 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 117,064 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
Full Mercedes-benz Clk reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

V316 GOU is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 V316 GOU, 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 V316 GOU?

You can check the full history of V316 GOU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was V316 GOU registered?

V316 GOU is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 9 December 1999.

Is V316 GOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V316 GOU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V316 GOU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on V316 GOU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.