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V863 SWR

1999 Mercedes-benz Clk

Green Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

115,074 mi
Last recorded115,074 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk93,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV863 SWR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 115,074 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Sep 2025 115,074 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 114,501 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 114,452 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2022 113,498 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 113,362 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 112,706 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 112,147 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 111,336 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 111,301 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 110,108 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 108,457 miles

Gearbox sump pan leaking oil

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

Fail 17 Jan 2014 108,457 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Gearbox sump pan leaking oil

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

Pass 29 Jan 2013 103,129 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 96,391 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2011 91,517 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 86,786 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 81,018 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 75,418 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 68,974 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 61,534 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2006 61,509 miles

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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V863 SWR is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk in Green with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 V863 SWR, 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 V863 SWR registered?

V863 SWR is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V863 SWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V863 SWR shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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