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YR51 LWX

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

126,255 mi
Last recorded126,255 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR51 LWX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 126,255 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 119,131 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2024 119,093 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 119,080 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2022 116,679 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 29 Jan 2022 116,679 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2021 112,639 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2020 109,086 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

engine covers & under fitted obscuring some components

Fail 17 Jan 2020 109,086 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

engine covers & under fitted obscuring some components

Pass 18 Jan 2019 101,720 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 93,098 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2017 93,098 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 88,654 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 88,457 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 88,457 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 88,057 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 86,540 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 86,540 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 84,734 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 81,592 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

wiper poor clearing of screen

Pass 9 Feb 2011 72,331 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 69,485 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 69,485 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 65,265 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 58,668 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 50,433 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 39,985 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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YR51 LWX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YR51 LWX, 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 YR51 LWX registered?

YR51 LWX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is YR51 LWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR51 LWX shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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