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Y97 KGM

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

57,269 mi
Last recorded57,269 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY97 KGM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 57,269 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 Sep 2025 57,269 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 55,853 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 55,149 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 49,147 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 40,105 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Jul 2020 33,402 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 33,193 miles

all 4 tyres perishing badly

Pass 1 Aug 2018 32,859 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 32,711 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 32,442 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 31,278 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2014 30,726 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 29,559 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 28,407 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 26,673 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 25,002 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 22,665 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Aug 2008 19,590 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 19,590 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 16,224 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 14,373 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 14,373 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2005 12,441 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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Y97 KGM is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y97 KGM, 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 Y97 KGM registered?

Y97 KGM is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y97 KGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y97 KGM shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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