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WV51 JKX

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

148,922 mi
Last recorded148,922 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2019
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV51 JKX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2019 148,922 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 12 Jan 2019 148,922 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 145,946 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2018 145,946 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jan 2017 141,682 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 135,599 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 127,678 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 120,828 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 117,670 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 114,489 miles

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

Fail 29 Dec 2011 114,489 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2011 111,933 miles

Centre Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Fail 18 Jan 2011 111,933 miles

Centre Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2010 102,912 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2009 98,846 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 91,303 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 82,785 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2005 64,556 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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WV51 JKX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WV51 JKX, 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 WV51 JKX registered?

WV51 JKX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 12 September 2001.

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The MOT history for WV51 JKX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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