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X508 YLJ

2000 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

137,038 mi
Last recorded137,038 miles
Recorded on13 May 2014
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Clk90,612 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX508 YLJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2014 137,038 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 131,252 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 131,252 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 1 May 2012 122,975 miles

Engine management light on

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

Fail 30 Apr 2012 122,975 miles

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

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

Engine management light on

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 112,196 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine management light on

Pass 23 Apr 2010 102,297 miles

Engine management light on

Pass 29 Apr 2009 92,842 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 83,296 miles

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

Nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

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

Pass 17 Apr 2007 75,956 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 71,571 miles

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

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

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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X508 YLJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 X508 YLJ, 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 X508 YLJ?

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What year was X508 YLJ registered?

X508 YLJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 24 November 2000.

Is X508 YLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X508 YLJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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