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V46 DBD

1999 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

73,934 mi
Last recorded73,934 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk93,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV46 DBD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 73,934 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 May 2026 73,933 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2025 72,189 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 70,606 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2023 69,074 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 May 2022 67,907 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner/outer edges & cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 66,927 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 66,432 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 65,137 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 62,952 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 60,609 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 58,695 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 57,260 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 54,798 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 52,108 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 49,732 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 47,268 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 44,171 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 41,630 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 38,817 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 36,479 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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V46 DBD is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 V46 DBD, 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 V46 DBD registered?

V46 DBD is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 22 September 1999.

Is V46 DBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V46 DBD shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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