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Mercedes-Benz CLK

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,295 cc

S42 TKWMOT history

S42 TKW is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 12 Jun 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 86,418 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Jun 2023
Mileage
86,418 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,647 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S42 TKW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S42 TKW was last recorded at 86,418 miles on 20 Jan 2023, 1,155 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,263 miles · 13 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
1,155 miles
Average per year
1,647 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 86,418 miles
  • 2022 – 85,263 miles
  • 2021 – 84,122 miles
  • 2020 – 83,148 miles
  • 2019 – 81,553 miles
  • 2018 – 80,080 miles
  • 2017 – 78,205 miles
  • 2016 – 76,776 miles
  • 2015 – 74,755 miles
  • 2014 – 72,803 miles
  • 2013 – 71,688 miles
  • 2012 – 70,650 miles
  • 2011 – 70,378 miles
  • 2010 – 68,350 miles
  • 2009 – 66,846 miles
  • 2008 – 64,768 miles
  • 2007 – 61,516 miles
  • 2006 – 58,973 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail86,418 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Battery loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • N/s sill repaired

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside sill rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust system rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Exhaust system not adequately supported

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail86,418 miles (+1,155)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,418 miles
    Test number
    468010333101
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass85,263 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    85,263 miles
    Test number
    319129928844
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Fail85,263 miles (+1,141)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,263 miles
    Test number
    242297479561
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack end ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass84,122 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    84,122 miles
    Test number
    672094808910
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front lower suspension arm rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front lower suspension arm rusty
    • AdvisoryN/s sill rusty
    • AdvisoryO/s sill rusty

  5. Fail84,110 miles (+962)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,110 miles
    Test number
    376065503566
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front lower suspension arm rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front lower suspension arm rusty
    • AdvisoryN/s sill rusty
    • AdvisoryO/s sill rusty

  6. Pass83,148 miles (+1,595)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    83,148 miles
    Test number
    260713544701
    • AdvisoryFront suspension rusty
    • AdvisorySills rusty

  7. Pass81,553 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    81,553 miles
    Test number
    836287660194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside sill rusty

  8. Fail81,553 miles (+1,473)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,553 miles
    Test number
    468388124338
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside sill rusty

  9. Pass80,080 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    80,080 miles
    Test number
    296411967250
    • AdvisoryBattery loose
    • AdvisoryN/s sill repaired

  10. Fail80,080 miles (+1,875)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,080 miles
    Test number
    360237388145
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBattery loose
    • AdvisoryN/s sill repaired

  11. Pass78,205 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    78,205 miles
    Test number
    461479624658
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside sill rusty
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty

  12. Fail78,205 miles (+1,429)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,205 miles
    Test number
    208401761919
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside sill rusty
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty

  13. Pass76,776 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    76,776 miles
    Test number
    406423132618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail76,766 miles (+2,011)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,766 miles
    Test number
    532077737650
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

  15. Pass74,755 miles (+15)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    74,755 miles
    Test number
    237852895085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Fail74,740 miles (+1,937)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,740 miles
    Test number
    239299385057
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Pass72,803 miles (+1,115)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,803 miles
    Test number
    317326774066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass71,688 miles (+1,038)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    71,688 miles
    Test number
    558102793077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,650 miles (+272)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    70,650 miles
    Test number
    478641982030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass70,378 miles (+92)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    70,378 miles
    Test number
    256998591019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail70,286 miles (+1,936)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,286 miles
    Test number
    876945691003
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  22. Pass68,350 miles (+1,504)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    68,350 miles
    Test number
    204408680071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass66,846 miles (+2,078)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    66,846 miles
    Test number
    571487709156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass64,768 miles (+3,252)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    64,768 miles
    Test number
    920959928155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass61,516 miles (+2,543)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2008
    Odometer
    61,516 miles
    Test number
    684220937122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass58,973 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    58,973 miles
    Test number
    211260646136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail58,909 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,909 miles
    Test number
    232159926454
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about S42 TKW

Does S42 TKW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S42 TKW expired on 12 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S42 TKW?
The MOT on S42 TKW expired on 12 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S42 TKW done?
S42 TKW was recorded at 86,418 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2023, an average of 1,647 miles a year.
Has S42 TKW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S42 TKW has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on S42 TKW 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 S42 TKW find?
S42 TKW failed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2023 with 1 major defect and 5 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge, and 3 more.

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