Mercedes Benz CLK MOT Check
MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mercedes Benz CLK. Check any CLK by registration number below.
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72.0%
Avg Pass Rate
-18.2%
vs Mercedes Benz Avg
16
Year Ranges
Average
Reliability
Mercedes Benz CLK — MOT Reliability Overview
The Mercedes Benz CLK has an average MOT pass rate of 72.0%, which is 18.2 percentage points below the Mercedes Benz brand average of 90.2%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your CLK on the road.
The most common reasons a Mercedes Benz CLK fails its MOT are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. If you are preparing your CLK for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.
Before buying a used Mercedes Benz CLK, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.
MOT Pass Rate by Year
How the Mercedes Benz CLK performs at MOT across different model years.
2012
Based on 37 vehicles
3.7%
11.1%
2011
Based on 48 vehicles
3.3%
33.3%
2010
Based on 176 vehicles
5.5%
39.4%
2009
Based on 7,894 vehicles
6.8%
30.1%
2008
Based on 7,124 vehicles
7.1%
32.0%
2007
Based on 10,238 vehicles
6.8%
29.0%
2006
Based on 9,042 vehicles
6.3%
28.8%
2005
Based on 11,048 vehicles
5.0%
28.3%
2004
Based on 11,011 vehicles
5.8%
28.2%
2003
Based on 8,548 vehicles
5.1%
23.1%
2002
Based on 4,651 vehicles
4.9%
23.3%
2001
Based on 3,710 vehicles
4.5%
19.7%
2000
Based on 3,116 vehicles
4.4%
17.5%
1999
Based on 3,086 vehicles
3.5%
19.4%
1998
Based on 921 vehicles
3.9%
23.5%
1997
Based on 132 vehicles
0.0%
34.0%
Top MOT Failures — Mercedes Benz CLK
The most common reasons a Mercedes Benz CLK fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.
A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened
The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired
The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements
Lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements
Where Failures Occur
The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.
Front Nearside
Front Nearside Lower
Front Offside
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Mercedes Benz CLK — Frequently Asked Questions
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