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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 4,266 cc

RCE 456MOT history

RCE 456 is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 27 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 167,510 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

RCE 456 silver Mercedes-Benz Clk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
167,510 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,378 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
RCE 456
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,266 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

RCE 456 was last recorded at 167,510 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 1,042 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,468 miles · 6 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,042 miles
Average per year
4,378 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 167,510 miles
  • 2024 – 166,468 miles
  • 2023 – 166,212 miles
  • 2022 – 166,017 miles
  • 2021 – 165,872 miles
  • 2019 – 165,782 miles
  • 2018 – 165,686 miles
  • 2017 – 164,366 miles
  • 2016 – 157,866 miles
  • 2015 – 153,677 miles
  • 2012 – 140,247 miles
  • 2011 – 131,912 miles
  • 2010 – 128,530 miles
  • 2009 – 118,243 miles
  • 2008 – 106,629 miles
  • 2007 – 92,809 miles
  • 2006 – 80,744 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,510 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Both sides front inner wheel arch liners slightly loose but not likely to become detached
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear scored and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 24% Imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,510 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    167,510 miles
    Test number
    155343060283
    • AdvisoryFront Both sides front inner wheel arch liners slightly loose but not likely to become detached
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear scored and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 24% Imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail167,510 miles (+1,042)3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,510 miles
    Test number
    794926653070
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Both sides front inner wheel arch liners slightly loose but not likely to become detached
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear scored and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 24% Imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass166,468 miles (+256)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    166,468 miles
    Test number
    636805286611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass166,212 miles (+195)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    166,212 miles
    Test number
    697989745484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass166,017 miles (+145)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    166,017 miles
    Test number
    281040529209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass165,872 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    165,872 miles
    Test number
    101987423359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass165,782 miles (+96)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    165,782 miles
    Test number
    225097373561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass165,686 miles (+1,320)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    165,686 miles
    Test number
    102531367761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass164,366 miles (+6,500)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    164,366 miles
    Test number
    119067104054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass157,866 miles (+4,189)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    157,866 miles
    Test number
    621589996418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass153,677 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    153,677 miles
    Test number
    199940315272
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Fail153,677 miles (+13,430)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,677 miles
    Test number
    387000115269
    • Repaired at testCentre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass140,247 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    140,247 miles
    Test number
    129388182082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail140,241 miles (+8,329)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,241 miles
    Test number
    185243882492
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass131,912 miles (+3,382)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    131,912 miles
    Test number
    587618091052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear discs slightly corroded

  16. Pass128,530 miles (+10,287)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    128,530 miles
    Test number
    521284730015
    • NoteAll brake discs slightly corroded & worn
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges, off front worse
    • NoteEngine management/warning light on
    • NoteOil level slightly low
    • NoteSlight bind from near side rear wheel

  17. Pass118,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    118,243 miles
    Test number
    240211839008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. FailMileage not read1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    950891639057
    • FailureNearside 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)

  19. Pass106,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    106,629 miles
    Test number
    570919338083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail106,629 miles (+13,820)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,629 miles
    Test number
    520349838080
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass92,809 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    92,809 miles
    Test number
    251567217091
    • NoteFront brake pads getting thin.

  22. Fail92,809 miles (+12,065)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,809 miles
    Test number
    803336217041
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake pads getting thin.

  23. Pass80,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    80,744 miles
    Test number
    512000446077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about RCE 456

What vehicle is registration RCE 456 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show RCE 456 on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 27 Sept 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 RCE 456 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on RCE 456 is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on RCE 456?
The MOT on RCE 456 is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has RCE 456 done?
RCE 456 was recorded at 167,510 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 4,378 miles a year.
Has RCE 456 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. RCE 456 has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on RCE 456 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 RCE 456 find?
RCE 456 passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 8 advisories: front both sides front inner wheel arch liners slightly loose but not likely to become detached; nearside front bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 5 more.

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