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Y961 SBY

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

87,031 mi
Last recorded87,031 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2024
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY961 SBY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2024 87,031 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

corrosion to offside and nearside front wings, and offside and nearside rear wheel arches.

Pass 25 Aug 2023 86,344 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Small leak from exhaust manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Front wings corroded

Pass 5 Sep 2022 85,121 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 84,088 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 81,425 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2019 79,081 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2018 75,620 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 71,847 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 68,073 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 64,630 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 60,070 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 55,970 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 51,062 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 46,766 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 43,264 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 38,023 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 31,484 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2008 31,484 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 28,095 miles

Both front tyres are worn on the outer edge. N/S/R tyre tread is low.

Pass 27 Mar 2006 22,435 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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Y961 SBY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 Y961 SBY, 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 Y961 SBY registered?

Y961 SBY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y961 SBY safe to buy?

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