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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 3,199 cc

L29 STVMOT history

L29 STV is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 1 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 11 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 95,802 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Dec 2023.

L29 STV silver Mercedes-Benz Clk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Jan 2024
Mileage
95,802 mi
At MOT on 14 Dec 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,390 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L29 STV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

L29 STV was last recorded at 95,802 miles on 14 Dec 2023, 6,063 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,739 miles · 7 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
6,063 miles
Average per year
4,390 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 95,802 miles
  • 2022 – 75,864 miles
  • 2020 – 67,007 miles
  • 2019 – 63,619 miles
  • 2018 – 61,616 miles
  • 2017 – 59,465 miles
  • 2016 – 55,413 miles
  • 2015 – 54,369 miles
  • 2014 – 53,377 miles
  • 2013 – 50,396 miles
  • 2012 – 45,647 miles
  • 2011 – 40,742 miles
  • 2010 – 35,807 miles
  • 2009 – 29,591 miles
  • 2008 – 25,937 miles
  • 2007 – 21,525 miles
  • 2006 – 17,144 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail95,802 miles
  • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail95,802 miles (+6,063)1 dangerous6 major4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,802 miles
    Test number
    487462528783
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass89,739 miles (+13,875)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    89,739 miles
    Test number
    347869848168
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass75,864 miles (+8,857)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    75,864 miles
    Test number
    829863367600
    • AdvisoryBoth dip beam pattens poor (Advise attention Borderline
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn on edges

  4. Pass67,007 miles (+3,388)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    67,007 miles
    Test number
    897875562328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass63,619 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    63,619 miles
    Test number
    175594673122
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail63,619 miles (+2,003)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,619 miles
    Test number
    182453726583
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass61,616 miles (+2,151)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    61,616 miles
    Test number
    192996424127
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass59,465 miles (+4,052)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    59,465 miles
    Test number
    276425120065
    • AdvisoryBoth track rods have play
    • AdvisoryNear side front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOff side rear tyre on 3mm

  9. Pass55,413 miles (+1,044)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    55,413 miles
    Test number
    492829643410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,369 miles (+992)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    54,369 miles
    Test number
    956217965198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass53,377 miles (+27)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    53,377 miles
    Test number
    199348854083
    • NoteO/s/f jack block missing

  12. Fail53,350 miles (+2,954)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,350 miles
    Test number
    705942654028
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteO/s/f jack block missing

  13. Pass50,396 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    50,396 miles
    Test number
    528196253001
    • NoteAdvise new wiper blade
    • NoteOff side front jacking point rubber block missing
    • NoteRear brake disc deteriorating

  14. Fail50,396 miles (+4,749)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,396 miles
    Test number
    308144153094
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteAdvise new wiper blade
    • NoteOff side front jacking point rubber block missing
    • NoteRear brake disc deteriorating

  15. Pass45,647 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    45,647 miles
    Test number
    796369232021
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  16. Fail45,647 miles (+4,905)1 dangerous4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,647 miles
    Test number
    187679132435
    • DangerousHt lead arching out
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteReverse lamps not working

  17. Pass40,742 miles (+4,935)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    40,742 miles
    Test number
    698014221092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,807 miles (+2)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    35,807 miles
    Test number
    114741540058
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust rattle [internal]
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wall cracking

  19. Fail35,805 miles (+6,214)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,805 miles
    Test number
    172280940058
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine warning light on
    • NoteExhaust rattle [internal]
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wall cracking

  20. Pass29,591 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    29,591 miles
    Test number
    691196729033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail29,559 miles (+3,622)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,559 miles
    Test number
    590845119020
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Pass25,937 miles (+4,412)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    25,937 miles
    Test number
    124764808484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,525 miles (+4,381)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    21,525 miles
    Test number
    251235017011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,144 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    17,144 miles
    Test number
    293362716090
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about L29 STV

Does L29 STV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L29 STV expired on 11 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L29 STV?
The MOT on L29 STV expired on 11 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L29 STV done?
L29 STV was recorded at 95,802 miles at its MOT on 14 Dec 2023, an average of 4,390 miles a year.
Has L29 STV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L29 STV has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on L29 STV 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 L29 STV find?
L29 STV failed its latest MOT on 14 Dec 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects, 4 minor defects and 8 advisories: rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 16 more.

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