CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y89 UGK

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Red Petrol 1998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,569 mi
Last recorded108,569 miles
Recorded on25 May 2021
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY89 UGK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2021 108,569 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 May 2021 108,569 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 May 2020 95,554 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 91,775 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 79,932 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 63,582 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 57,497 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 55,043 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Apr 2014 52,257 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front exhaust support bracket broken but exhaust is still supported

Pass 29 Apr 2014 52,257 miles

front exhaust support bracket broken but exhaust is still supported

Pass 26 Apr 2013 48,811 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 46,097 miles

TRANSMISSION LEAKING

Pass 31 Mar 2011 44,365 miles

BOTH REAR BRAKE DISCS RUSTY

Pass 12 Apr 2010 43,939 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 43,933 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 39,400 miles

both front bottom ball joints have slight lift

both rear tyres are starting to perish on sidewalls

gearbox has an oil leak

Pass 14 Apr 2008 33,093 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 33,093 miles

Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 31,178 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 26,835 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
Full Mercedes-benz Clk reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y89 UGK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y89 UGK, 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 Y89 UGK?

You can check the full history of Y89 UGK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y89 UGK registered?

Y89 UGK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y89 UGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y89 UGK shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y89 UGK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y89 UGK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.