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Y685 DBV

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,421 mi
Last recorded87,421 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY685 DBV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2018 87,421 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 87,410 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 87,410 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 87,062 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 85,770 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 85,226 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 83,807 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 80,909 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 80,909 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 78,064 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 76,420 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 76,420 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 72,552 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 68,044 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 68,043 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 58,110 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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Y685 DBV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y685 DBV, 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 Y685 DBV registered?

Y685 DBV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 March 2001.

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The MOT history for Y685 DBV shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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