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X238 VPB

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

163,812 mi
Last recorded163,812 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX238 VPB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2014 163,812 miles

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

nearside rear tyre has slight damage in tread pattern

offside front tyre has slight damage in tread pattern

Pass 17 Sep 2013 161,848 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 156,676 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 149,632 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 142,618 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 135,130 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 125,436 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 125,436 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2007
Fail 5 Jul 2007

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

milege not visable

Pass 10 Feb 2006 98,653 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2006 98,653 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

nearside mirror smashed

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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X238 VPB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 X238 VPB, 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 X238 VPB registered?

X238 VPB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 5 February 2001.

Is X238 VPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X238 VPB shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X238 VPB have outstanding finance?

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