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X742 NGH

2000 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

128,861 mi
Last recorded128,861 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2020
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Clk90,612 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX742 NGH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2020 128,861 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Track rod end ball joint has slight play main centre ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jul 2020 128,779 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture to brake hose (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture to brake hose (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Track rod end ball joint has slight play main centre ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2019 125,185 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2018 123,476 miles

engine covers and under-trays fitted

nearside and offside rear brake pipes corroding

offside front tyre wearing on the inner edge

steering joints have slight play

Fail 8 May 2018 123,412 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Advise tracking requires adjustment

Pass 5 May 2017 122,777 miles

Headlamps tinted

Minor surface corrosion on rear subframe

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 118,527 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 109,373 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 97,940 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 89,056 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 81,026 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 72,077 miles

chip in centre of screen

Pass 14 Aug 2009 63,827 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 54,694 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 48,501 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 40,511 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 32,292 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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X742 NGH is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 X742 NGH, 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

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What year was X742 NGH registered?

X742 NGH is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 December 2000.

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