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Y251 AJF

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,100 mi
Last recorded83,100 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY251 AJF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 5 Nov 2025 83,100 miles

Coolant leak From header tank ()

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 76,230 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2023 67,714 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 64,020 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel Steering box (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 60,499 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 57,372 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect weak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect weak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 55,714 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 55,594 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 55,318 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 55,195 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 54,995 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 54,811 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 54,448 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 53,480 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 52,440 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 49,609 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 43,857 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 41,728 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 38,551 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 35,266 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 31,643 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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Y251 AJF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y251 AJF, 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 Y251 AJF registered?

Y251 AJF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 18 June 2001.

Is Y251 AJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y251 AJF shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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