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V8 VAV

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,431 mi
Last recorded25,431 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2020
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 VAV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 16 Jan 2020 25,431 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 25,389 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 25,376 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 25,077 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 25,064 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 24,687 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 24,517 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 24,483 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 24,450 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 24,286 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 24,083 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 22,504 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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V8 VAV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 86,559 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 V8 VAV, 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 25 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 V8 VAV registered?

V8 VAV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 16 May 2001.

Is V8 VAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V8 VAV shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V8 VAV have outstanding finance?

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