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Mercedes-Benz CLK

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 3,199 cc

S783 JARMOT history

S783 JAR is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 5 Jan 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 137,092 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jan 2025
Mileage
137,092 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2023
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,089 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S783 JAR
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
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S783 JAR was last recorded at 137,092 miles on 18 Dec 2023, 2,060 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Jan 2007: 83,649 miles, lower than 83,651 miles on 29 Dec 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
135,032 miles · 19 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
2,060 miles
Average per year
3,089 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 137,092 miles
  • 2022 – 135,032 miles
  • 2021 – 132,561 miles
  • 2020 – 131,412 miles
  • 2018 – 126,038 miles
  • 2017 – 123,851 miles
  • 2016 – 120,295 miles
  • 2015 – 116,560 miles
  • 2014 – 113,463 miles
  • 2013 – 111,580 miles
  • 2012 – 109,127 miles
  • 2011 – 106,641 miles
  • 2010 – 103,082 miles
  • 2009 – 98,620 miles
  • 2008 – 94,899 miles
  • 2007 – 89,649 miles
  • 2006 – 83,651 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,092 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion to the underside of the vehicle
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Surface corrosion to underside of vehicle.

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2015–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • All 4 suspension coil springs corroded.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,092 miles (+2,060)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    137,092 miles
    Test number
    296377350705
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion to the underside of the vehicle
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass135,032 miles (+2,471)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    135,032 miles
    Test number
    136046642864
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass132,561 miles (+1,149)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    132,561 miles
    Test number
    617777297438
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Pass131,412 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    131,412 miles
    Test number
    297825849132
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of the vehicle but not structrual.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of vehicle.

  5. Fail131,412 miles (+991)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,412 miles
    Test number
    217436419959
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of the vehicle but not structrual.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of vehicle.

  6. Pass130,421 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    130,421 miles
    Test number
    666366647378
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of vehicle.

  7. Fail130,421 miles (+4,383)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,421 miles
    Test number
    203647803784
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of vehicle.

  8. Pass126,038 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    126,038 miles
    Test number
    513968107985
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of vehicle.

  9. Fail126,038 miles (+2,187)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,038 miles
    Test number
    770854196685
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of vehicle.

  10. Pass123,851 miles (+3,556)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    123,851 miles
    Test number
    427160043898
    • AdvisoryAll 4 suspension coil springs corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre starting to wear low on edges.
    • AdvisorySlight movement in front anti roll bar mounting bushes.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of vehicle.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass120,295 miles (+3,735)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    120,295 miles
    Test number
    913387779994
    • AdvisoryAll 4 suspension coil springs corroded.
    • AdvisoryBoth outer track rod end gaiters perished.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn low.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySlight movement in anti roll bar mounting bushes.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of vehicle.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass116,560 miles (+3,097)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    116,560 miles
    Test number
    953591509138
    • AdvisoryAll 4 suspension coil springs corroded.
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer track rod end gaiters deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner brake pad starting to wear low, approx 3mm.
    • AdvisorySlight movement in nearside steering idler arm.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of vehicle.

  13. Pass113,463 miles (+1,883)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    113,463 miles
    Test number
    455886154437
    • NoteAll 4 suspension coil springs corroded.
    • NoteBoth front track rod end gaiters perished.
    • NoteBoth rear metal brake pipes corroded.
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc corroded.
    • NoteSurface corrosion to vehicle.

  14. Pass111,580 miles (+2,453)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    111,580 miles
    Test number
    157894453329
    • NoteAll 4 coil springs cooroded.
    • NoteBoth rear brake flexy hoses perished.
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn close to legal limit on outer edge.
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc corroded.
    • NoteOffside rear brake pipe corroded.

  15. Pass109,127 miles (+2,486)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    109,127 miles
    Test number
    798615252393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail106,641 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,641 miles
    Test number
    139433651388
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass106,641 miles (+3,559)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    106,641 miles
    Test number
    305433351346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass103,082 miles (+4,462)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    103,082 miles
    Test number
    452135650427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass98,620 miles (+3,721)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    98,620 miles
    Test number
    150026359368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass94,899 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    94,899 miles
    Test number
    953214258339
    • AdvisoryCentre Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Fail94,899 miles (+5,250)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,899 miles
    Test number
    541754558305
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  22. Pass89,649 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    89,649 miles
    Test number
    531791557355
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNear side front jacking point missing
    • NoteOff side front tyre cracked inner wall
    • NoteStreeing damper leaking

  23. Fail89,649 miles (+6,000)4 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,649 miles
    Test number
    692478547374
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNear side front jacking point missing
    • NoteOff side front tyre cracked inner wall
    • NoteStreeing damper leaking

  24. Pass83,649 miles (-2)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    83,649 miles
    Test number
    942332807060
    • AdvisoryCentre Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNear side front jacking point missing

  25. Fail83,651 miles (+2,004)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,651 miles
    Test number
    631403966369
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNear side front jacking point missing

  26. Pass81,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    81,647 miles
    Test number
    983106106093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S783 JAR

Does S783 JAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S783 JAR expired on 5 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S783 JAR?
The MOT on S783 JAR expired on 5 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S783 JAR done?
S783 JAR was recorded at 137,092 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2023, an average of 3,089 miles a year.
Has S783 JAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S783 JAR has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on S783 JAR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Jan 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S783 JAR find?
S783 JAR passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2023 with 7 advisories: coil spring corroded all 4; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 4 more.

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