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W491 KYC

2000 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

101,440 mi
Last recorded101,440 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2021
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Clk90,612 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW491 KYC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2021 101,440 miles

Both Sides Facing Panel, Both Front Wings & Undersides General Surface Corrosion.

Both Sides Sills Covers Fitted.

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust Insecure & Leaks. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides & Near Sides Rear Nail in Tyre. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 95,781 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear heavily under sealed

Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both sides (3.2 (b) (i))

sill covers fitted

Fail 19 Dec 2019 95,781 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear heavily under sealed

Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both sides (3.2 (b) (i))

sill covers fitted

Pass 15 Nov 2018 86,638 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Oct 2018 86,229 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

slight oil leak

Pass 11 Sep 2017 77,531 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 76,205 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Dec 2015 74,112 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2015 74,112 miles

Headlamp aim too high both sides (1.8)

Fail 20 Dec 2014 69,128 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2014 69,128 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 66,580 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 65,298 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 63,801 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 61,661 miles

stone chips in screen

Pass 21 Jan 2009 59,632 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 59,695 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 54,428 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 51,869 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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W491 KYC is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 90,612 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 W491 KYC, 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 26 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 W491 KYC registered?

W491 KYC is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 3 March 2000.

Is W491 KYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W491 KYC shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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