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Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 3,199 cc

S775 VAMMOT history

S775 VAM is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 9 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 28 Oct 2024 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 102,591 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Oct 2024
Mileage
102,591 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S775 VAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
9 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

S775 VAM was last recorded at 102,591 miles on 26 Sept 2024, 3,651 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,940 miles · 24 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
3,651 miles
Average per year
2,754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 102,591 miles
  • 2023 – 98,940 miles
  • 2022 – 98,060 miles
  • 2021 – 97,554 miles
  • 2020 – 96,547 miles
  • 2019 – 95,002 miles
  • 2018 – 91,659 miles
  • 2017 – 88,522 miles
  • 2016 – 86,824 miles
  • 2015 – 84,517 miles
  • 2014 – 82,473 miles
  • 2013 – 80,400 miles
  • 2012 – 79,303 miles
  • 2011 – 76,471 miles
  • 2010 – 65,352 miles
  • 2009 – 63,150 miles
  • 2008 – 60,441 miles
  • 2007 – 58,108 miles
  • 2006 – 56,046 miles
  • 2005 – 50,488 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail102,591 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour both rear (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner worn (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension rusty

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.

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s and n/s outer sills at front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 26 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail102,591 miles (+3,651)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,591 miles
    Test number
    767703424150
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension rusty

  2. Pass98,940 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    98,940 miles
    Test number
    541759228032
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s and n/s outer sills at front (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail98,939 miles (+879)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,939 miles
    Test number
    870976609109
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s and n/s outer sills at front (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass98,060 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    98,060 miles
    Test number
    679873317764
    • AdvisoryAll front suspension arms, shockabsorbers and brackets etc heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension arms heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryAutomatic transmission pan and cooler pipes badly rusted - pan leaking
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill rust holed near jacking point - not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Sill rust holed badly near jacking point. Not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail98,060 miles (+506)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,060 miles
    Test number
    192274896875
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll front suspension arms, shockabsorbers and brackets etc heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension arms heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryAutomatic transmission pan and cooler pipes badly rusted - pan leaking
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill rust holed near jacking point - not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Sill rust holed badly near jacking point. Not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass97,554 miles (+1,007)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    97,554 miles
    Test number
    808810434927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass96,547 miles (+1,545)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    96,547 miles
    Test number
    930288218557
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass95,002 miles (+3,343)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    95,002 miles
    Test number
    894723394849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    91,659 miles
    Test number
    673073106748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail91,659 miles (+3,137)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,659 miles
    Test number
    564833581258
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass88,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    88,522 miles
    Test number
    664941839448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail88,522 miles (+1,698)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,522 miles
    Test number
    383693893660
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion (hole) near NSF jacking point
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass86,824 miles (+2,307)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    86,824 miles
    Test number
    610608375268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass84,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    84,517 miles
    Test number
    580517357564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail84,517 miles (+2,044)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,517 miles
    Test number
    889018620633
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass82,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    82,473 miles
    Test number
    477490794289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail82,473 miles (+2,073)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,473 miles
    Test number
    396619284482
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  18. Pass80,400 miles (+1,097)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    80,400 miles
    Test number
    919107483224
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass79,303 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    79,303 miles
    Test number
    745139472264
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded on braking face

  20. Fail79,303 miles (+2,832)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,303 miles
    Test number
    365058372221
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded on braking face

  21. Pass76,471 miles (+11,119)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    76,471 miles
    Test number
    725891891257
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Pass65,352 miles (+2,202)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    65,352 miles
    Test number
    972675790262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass63,150 miles (+2,709)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    63,150 miles
    Test number
    363606899413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass60,441 miles (+2,333)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    60,441 miles
    Test number
    270574898226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass58,108 miles (+2,062)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    58,108 miles
    Test number
    201788697235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass56,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    56,046 miles
    Test number
    460220006497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail56,046 miles (+5,558)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,046 miles
    Test number
    843999196259
    • FailureNearside Inner Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteRear no plate starting to deteriorate

  28. Pass50,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    50,488 miles
    Test number
    503849295247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S775 VAM

Does S775 VAM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S775 VAM expired on 28 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S775 VAM?
The MOT on S775 VAM expired on 28 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S775 VAM done?
S775 VAM was recorded at 102,591 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2024, an average of 2,754 miles a year.
Has S775 VAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S775 VAM has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on S775 VAM 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 S775 VAM find?
S775 VAM failed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; direction indicator incorrect colour both rear; nearside brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear, and 7 more.

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