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W136 XAH

1998 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,533 mi
Last recorded114,533 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2014
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk97,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW136 XAH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2014 114,533 miles

slight corrision on n/s front wing not resulting in sharp edge

Pass 19 Apr 2013 110,686 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 110,686 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 13 Apr 2012 106,566 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 106,566 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 100,197 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 94,252 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 87,274 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 79,269 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 79,269 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 69,128 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 61,287 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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W136 XAH is a 1998 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 75%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 97,549 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 W136 XAH, 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 28 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 W136 XAH registered?

W136 XAH is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is W136 XAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for W136 XAH shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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