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X185 VYJ

2000 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

58,754 mi
Last recorded58,754 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2024
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Clk90,612 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX185 VYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2024 58,754 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 57,278 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 55,628 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 54,560 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 53,456 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 52,301 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 50,916 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 49,436 miles

condition of brake discs

corrosion to brake pipes

Pass 29 Jun 2015 48,579 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 26 Jun 2015 48,563 miles

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 42,740 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

low reading on nearside handbrake

Pass 19 Jun 2013 36,730 miles

offside rear tyre inner edge slightly worn and starting to perish

Pass 27 Jun 2012 32,970 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 30,320 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 27,820 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 26,190 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 24,011 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 21,246 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 17,069 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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X185 VYJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 X185 VYJ, 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 X185 VYJ?

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What year was X185 VYJ registered?

X185 VYJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is X185 VYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X185 VYJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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