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V887 LGP

1999 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

159,195 mi
Last recorded159,195 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2019
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk93,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV887 LGP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2019 159,195 miles

corrosion to sills,(outer covers fitted),sub frames,suspension mounts/components/springs

Fail 26 Sep 2019 159,195 miles

Offside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

corrosion to sills,(outer covers fitted),sub frames,suspension mounts/components/springs

Pass 11 Oct 2018 158,418 miles

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion to inner sills,floors,sub frames,suspension components/mounts,ferrules,pipes sill covers fitted

Fail 11 Oct 2018 158,418 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

corrosion to inner sills,floors,sub frames,suspension components/mounts,ferrules,pipes sill covers fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2017 157,377 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 157,377 miles

Central Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 156,155 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

subframes,coilsprings,suspension mounts/components corroded

under trays/sill covers fitted

Pass 6 Oct 2015 155,187 miles

front exhaust bracket brocken

Fail 5 Oct 2015 155,187 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front exhaust bracket brocken

Pass 8 Sep 2014 152,167 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear coilsprings,inner sills/fuelpipes and o/s/r disc corroded

Fail 8 Sep 2014 152,167 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear coilsprings,inner sills/fuelpipes and o/s/r disc corroded

Pass 18 Sep 2013 149,495 miles

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s/r brake disc corroded,rear coilsprings corroded in cups,corrosion to inner sills/suspension mounts/components

Pass 19 Sep 2012 147,541 miles

both front tyres worn bald on inner edges and are just legal. advise replacement

Fail 19 Sep 2012 147,541 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

both front tyres worn bald on inner edges and are just legal. advise replacement

Pass 13 Sep 2011 145,321 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 145,319 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

all tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 2 Dec 2010 138,687 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 12 Nov 2009 125,445 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 113,986 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 98,627 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 98,624 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Oct 2006 85,160 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2006 85,160 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Sep 2005 69,054 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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V887 LGP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 V887 LGP, 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 V887 LGP registered?

V887 LGP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 22 October 1999.

Is V887 LGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V887 LGP shows 24 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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