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Mercedes-Benz CLK

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

S71 KBAMOT history

S71 KBA is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 11 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 84,321 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
84,321 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,942 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S71 KBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S71 KBA was last recorded at 84,321 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 1,389 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,932 miles · 28 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,389 miles
Average per year
1,942 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,321 miles
  • 2025 – 82,932 miles
  • 2024 – 81,822 miles
  • 2023 – 80,844 miles
  • 2022 – 79,742 miles
  • 2021 – 78,784 miles
  • 2020 – 77,039 miles
  • 2019 – 75,211 miles
  • 2018 – 73,429 miles
  • 2017 – 70,864 miles
  • 2016 – 69,184 miles
  • 2015 – 67,752 miles
  • 2014 – 65,352 miles
  • 2013 – 63,221 miles
  • 2012 – 61,131 miles
  • 2011 – 56,770 miles
  • 2010 – 54,591 miles
  • 2009 – 52,339 miles
  • 2008 – 49,306 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,321 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front spring mount supports fitted
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front spring mount support fitted
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Slight play in steering box joints

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,321 miles (+1,389)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    84,321 miles
    Test number
    167801030798
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front spring mount supports fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front spring mount support fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass82,932 miles (+1,110)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    82,932 miles
    Test number
    745901092896
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose

  3. Pass81,822 miles (+978)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    81,822 miles
    Test number
    849100902647
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO BACK WHERE THEY CONNECT TO REAR HOSES (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured BOTH (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass80,844 miles (+1,102)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    80,844 miles
    Test number
    589381986234
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering box joints

  5. Pass79,742 miles (+958)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    79,742 miles
    Test number
    913004214215
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering box joints

  6. Pass78,784 miles (+1,745)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    78,784 miles
    Test number
    509664983031
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To both rear hoses above rear sub frame corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Body sills and arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass77,039 miles (+1,828)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    77,039 miles
    Test number
    775591205904
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering box joints

  8. Pass75,211 miles (+1,782)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,211 miles
    Test number
    211879191692
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement droplinks (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryReduced dampening

  9. Pass73,429 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    73,429 miles
    Test number
    439777720316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail73,429 miles (+2,565)1 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,429 miles
    Test number
    415075624590
    • DangerousFluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety Fuel filter (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass70,864 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    70,864 miles
    Test number
    256224189139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail70,864 miles (+1,680)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,864 miles
    Test number
    118707445249
    • Repaired at testMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass69,184 miles (+1,432)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    69,184 miles
    Test number
    227508980179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Binding slightly when jacked up
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Lift but no lateral movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass67,752 miles (+2,400)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    67,752 miles
    Test number
    906770608058
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front to back (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass65,352 miles (+2,131)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    65,352 miles
    Test number
    747852874206
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass63,221 miles (+2,090)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    63,221 miles
    Test number
    627155373256
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  17. Pass61,131 miles (+4,361)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    61,131 miles
    Test number
    526796772276
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  18. Pass56,770 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    56,770 miles
    Test number
    486268871239
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Fail56,767 miles (+2,176)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,767 miles
    Test number
    157856071299
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Pass54,591 miles (+2,252)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    54,591 miles
    Test number
    400757970281
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass52,339 miles (+3,033)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    52,339 miles
    Test number
    370904329283
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass49,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    49,306 miles
    Test number
    493682938242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail49,306 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,306 miles
    Test number
    782371038212
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about S71 KBA

Does S71 KBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S71 KBA is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S71 KBA?
The MOT on S71 KBA is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S71 KBA done?
S71 KBA was recorded at 84,321 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 1,942 miles a year.
Has S71 KBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S71 KBA has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2018.
Has the mileage on S71 KBA 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 S71 KBA find?
S71 KBA passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal; nearside front spring mount supports fitted; nearside rear suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal, and 3 more.

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