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Y529 UVV

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

70,789 mi
Last recorded70,789 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY529 UVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2026 70,789 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play o/s & n/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & has damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated/corroded

Slight travel on footbrake

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2025 68,792 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play o/s & n/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated/corroded

Slight travel on footbrake

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2025 68,792 miles

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play o/s & n/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated/corroded

Slight travel on footbrake

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 67,244 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

Rear Exhaust deteriorated/corroded

Slight travel on foot brake

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 66,063 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated/corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 65,186 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated/corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 62,900 miles

Filler neck to tank rubber hose slightly perished

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated/corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2020 60,816 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 59,618 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2018 58,213 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 56,844 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 55,128 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 53,206 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 53,177 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 50,613 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 48,545 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 48,542 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 45,839 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 42,630 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 39,828 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 38,099 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2008 34,091 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 34,091 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 31,646 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 28,626 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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Y529 UVV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 Y529 UVV, 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

How do I check the history of Y529 UVV?

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What year was Y529 UVV registered?

Y529 UVV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 24 April 2001.

Is Y529 UVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y529 UVV shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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