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Y387 MDW

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

179,364 mi
Last recorded179,364 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY387 MDW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 179,364 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

down pipe exhaust bracket corroded

engine management light on

offside rear tyre starting to perish

under shields fitted

Fail 24 Jun 2016 179,364 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

down pipe exhaust bracket corroded

engine management light on

offside rear tyre starting to perish

under shields fitted

Fail 15 May 2015 175,321 miles

Exhaust down pipe hanger starting to corrode

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2015 175,321 miles

Exhaust down pipe hanger starting to corrode

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2014 171,608 miles

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Fail 14 Apr 2014 171,603 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 22 May 2013 163,304 miles

engine management light stays on

nearside rear tyre wearing from inside edge

Pass 21 May 2012 156,008 miles

engine management light on

Pass 31 May 2011 149,520 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 145,268 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 138,004 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 125,867 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 109,407 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)

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

Pass 9 May 2006 88,565 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 88,526 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

nearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged

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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Y387 MDW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 Y387 MDW, 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.

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What year was Y387 MDW registered?

Y387 MDW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 11 May 2001.

Is Y387 MDW safe to buy?

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