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V574 FGM

1999 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

144,615 mi
Last recorded144,615 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk93,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV574 FGM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 144,615 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output bothside starting to fade (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear cut in inner side wall

Rear coil spring corroded bothside (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 138,000 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated bothside starting to split (3.6.B.4d)

Rear coil spring corroded bothsides (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 134,763 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

bothside front head lamp starting to fade

Pass 13 Aug 2014 131,527 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 128,682 miles

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

cut in offside front tyre wall

Fail 21 Aug 2013 128,232 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

cut in offside front tyre wall

Pass 13 Aug 2012 125,050 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 121,228 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 121,228 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 17 May 2010 116,111 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 May 2010 116,111 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 113,586 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 108,837 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 108,837 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 104,850 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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V574 FGM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V574 FGM, 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 V574 FGM registered?

V574 FGM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 29 September 1999.

Is V574 FGM safe to buy?

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