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W588 ULM

2000 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,235 mi
Last recorded73,235 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2019
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Clk90,612 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW588 ULM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2019 73,235 miles

Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 69,349 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2018 69,346 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 63,715 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 63,715 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 May 2015 60,551 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 60,551 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 57,582 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 53,151 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 51,778 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 51,778 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2011 49,112 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 41,456 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 39,066 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 33,952 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 33,952 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2006 28,190 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 28,086 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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W588 ULM is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 W588 ULM, 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 W588 ULM?

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What year was W588 ULM registered?

W588 ULM is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 3 April 2000.

Is W588 ULM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W588 ULM shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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