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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,295 cc

288 VKJMOT history

288 VKJ is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 14 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 126,753 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

288 VKJ silver Mercedes-Benz Clk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Feb 2027
Mileage
126,753 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,379 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
288 VKJ
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

288 VKJ was last recorded at 126,753 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 420 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,333 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
420 miles
Average per year
3,379 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,753 miles
  • 2025 – 126,333 miles
  • 2024 – 124,926 miles
  • 2023 – 122,791 miles
  • 2022 – 120,579 miles
  • 2021 – 118,666 miles
  • 2019 – 116,892 miles
  • 2018 – 115,972 miles
  • 2017 – 113,887 miles
  • 2016 – 111,808 miles
  • 2015 – 111,447 miles
  • 2014 – 110,599 miles
  • 2013 – 109,885 miles
  • 2012 – 109,247 miles
  • 2011 – 106,889 miles
  • 2010 – 97,346 miles
  • 2009 – 87,612 miles
  • 2008 – 78,432 miles
  • 2007 – 69,654 miles
  • 2006 – 60,118 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,753 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres heavily worn on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryAccident damage too rear bumper
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight blow on rear section by mid box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Plastic sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 30 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,753 miles (+420)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    126,753 miles
    Test number
    656651541278
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres heavily worn on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAccident damage too rear bumper
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  2. Pass126,333 miles (+1,407)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    126,333 miles
    Test number
    312083943571
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBulb error/warning lamp illuminated *** no bulbs out***

  3. Pass124,926 miles (+2,135)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    124,926 miles
    Test number
    380330824869
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOn dash "bulb faliure lamp" illuminated n/s/rear non obligatory fog lamp not working

  4. Pass122,791 miles (+2,212)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    122,791 miles
    Test number
    537612383204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion on faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn very close to limit wearing on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion on faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryDefective lamp warning illuminated ( none found)

  5. Pass120,579 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    120,579 miles
    Test number
    202226823454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail120,576 miles (+1,910)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,576 miles
    Test number
    713307187322
    • DangerousFront Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass118,666 miles (+1,774)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    118,666 miles
    Test number
    775578267691
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass116,892 miles (+920)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    116,892 miles
    Test number
    458716642766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass115,972 miles (+2,085)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    115,972 miles
    Test number
    504649375579
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryClutch slave cylinder pipe excessively corroded

  10. Pass113,887 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    113,887 miles
    Test number
    153764141521
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight blow on rear section by mid box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted

  11. Fail113,855 miles (+2,047)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,855 miles
    Test number
    636096771568
    • FailureNearside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating Door mirror repeater 2bulbs not working out of 3 (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight blow on rear section by mid box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted

  12. Pass111,808 miles (+361)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    111,808 miles
    Test number
    323056943935
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both pipes to rear of car, corroded at the bulkhead sections (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play Very slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play Very slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass111,447 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    111,447 miles
    Test number
    745691595126
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front fog lamp not working

  14. Fail111,447 miles (+848)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,447 miles
    Test number
    939231395147
    • FailureNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front fog lamp not working

  15. Pass110,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    110,599 miles
    Test number
    316162294109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail110,599 miles (+714)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,599 miles
    Test number
    458412094128
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass109,885 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    109,885 miles
    Test number
    786082593194
    • NoteBoth rear outer trail arm joints have play
    • NoteExhast system rusty
    • NoteNearside front tyre has bold edge but not exposing cords
    • NoteRear brake pipes rusty

  18. Fail109,885 miles (+638)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,885 miles
    Test number
    206081893140
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear outer trail arm joints have play
    • NoteExhast system rusty
    • NoteNearside front tyre has bold edge but not exposing cords
    • NoteRear brake pipes rusty

  19. Pass109,247 miles (+2,358)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    109,247 miles
    Test number
    416426862184
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCenter exhaust box/pipe corroded- not blowing
    • NoteN/s/r brake flexi hose perished
    • NoteO/s/r brake flexi hose perished

  20. Pass106,889 miles (+9,543)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    106,889 miles
    Test number
    886955871191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass97,346 miles (+9,734)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    97,346 miles
    Test number
    263646570182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs undercut

  22. Pass87,612 miles (+9,180)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    87,612 miles
    Test number
    313937679163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass78,432 miles (+89)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    78,432 miles
    Test number
    544308478117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Fail78,343 miles (+8,689)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,343 miles
    Test number
    804656178148
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass69,654 miles (+9,536)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    69,654 miles
    Test number
    261492747406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass60,118 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    60,118 miles
    Test number
    434390456176
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about 288 VKJ

What vehicle is registration 288 VKJ currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 288 VKJ on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 14 May 2001. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 288 VKJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 288 VKJ is valid until 15 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on 288 VKJ?
The MOT on 288 VKJ is valid until 15 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 288 VKJ done?
288 VKJ was recorded at 126,753 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 3,379 miles a year.
Has 288 VKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 288 VKJ has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on 288 VKJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 288 VKJ find?
288 VKJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: front coil spring corroded; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres heavily worn on edges of tread; accident damage too rear bumper, and 1 more.

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