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W551 SGJ

2000 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2020
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

127,282 mi
Last recorded127,282 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2019
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Clk90,612 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW551 SGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2019 127,282 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 124,111 miles

EML

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 117,477 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 11,134 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 110,592 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 104,489 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 29 Nov 2014 104,489 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 5 Dec 2013 95,762 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 95,762 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 84,462 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 79,500 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 71,626 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 69,154 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 59,256 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 49,633 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 33,038 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2006 28,944 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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W551 SGJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 W551 SGJ, 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

How do I check the history of W551 SGJ?

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What year was W551 SGJ registered?

W551 SGJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 14 July 2000.

Is W551 SGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W551 SGJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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