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Purple · Petrol · 2001 · 4,266 cc

V18 EXXMOT history

V18 EXX is a purple petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 17 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 130,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

V18 EXX purple Mercedes-Benz Clk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jul 2027
Mileage
130,218 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,796 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V18 EXX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,266 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V18 EXX was last recorded at 130,218 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,218 miles · 29 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,796 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,218 miles
  • 2025 – 128,612 miles
  • 2024 – 126,659 miles
  • 2023 – 126,512 miles
  • 2021 – 126,143 miles
  • 2020 – 125,775 miles
  • 2019 – 122,195 miles
  • 2018 – 118,994 miles
  • 2017 – 116,783 miles
  • 2016 – 109,874 miles
  • 2015 – 104,242 miles
  • 2014 – 102,421 miles
  • 2012 – 88,234 miles
  • 2011 – 73,300 miles
  • 2010 – 58,446 miles
  • 2009 – 52,494 miles
  • 2008 – 47,908 miles
  • 2007 – 40,352 miles
  • 2006 – 36,010 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,218 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass130,218 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    130,218 miles
    Test number
    669298054629
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail130,218 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,218 miles
    Test number
    317767771534
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail130,218 miles (+1,606)2 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,218 miles
    Test number
    660702553312
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system main large bore pipe (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded x5 brake pipes on top of chassis rail (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected brake pipe corroded (1.1.21 (a) (i))

  4. Pass128,612 miles (+1,953)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    128,612 miles
    Test number
    114448723376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass126,659 miles (+147)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    126,659 miles
    Test number
    922441554877
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass126,512 miles (+369)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    126,512 miles
    Test number
    541924069659
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pipe corroded

  7. Pass126,143 miles (+368)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    126,143 miles
    Test number
    454431402818
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Light corrosion on brake pipe.

  8. Pass125,775 miles (+3,580)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    125,775 miles
    Test number
    250104733966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass122,195 miles (+3,201)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,195 miles
    Test number
    319334171822
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre starting to wear slightly low

  10. Pass118,994 miles (+2,211)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    118,994 miles
    Test number
    747057068411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass116,783 miles (+6,909)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    116,783 miles
    Test number
    505644705682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass109,874 miles (+5,632)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    109,874 miles
    Test number
    605824052059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass104,242 miles (+1,821)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    104,242 miles
    Test number
    348171122300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass102,421 miles (+14,187)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    102,421 miles
    Test number
    968461604361
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass88,234 miles (+14,934)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    88,234 miles
    Test number
    417551832491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass73,300 miles (+14,854)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    73,300 miles
    Test number
    657202531319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,446 miles (+5,952)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    58,446 miles
    Test number
    530973530380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,494 miles (+4,586)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    52,494 miles
    Test number
    881894729329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,908 miles (+7,556)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    47,908 miles
    Test number
    414802818411
    • NoteRear tyres getting low on tread

  20. Pass40,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    40,352 miles
    Test number
    120331637390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,352 miles (+4,342)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,352 miles
    Test number
    414940637312
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre is worn on the inner edge of its tread.
    • NoteOffside front tyre is worn on the inner edge of its tread.

  22. Pass36,010 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    36,010 miles
    Test number
    371481736327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about V18 EXX

Does V18 EXX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V18 EXX is valid until 19 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V18 EXX?
The MOT on V18 EXX is valid until 19 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V18 EXX done?
V18 EXX was recorded at 130,218 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 4,796 miles a year.
Has V18 EXX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V18 EXX has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on V18 EXX 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 V18 EXX find?
V18 EXX passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; offside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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