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Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

V42 JAEMOT history

V42 JAE is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 6 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Mar 2025 and it has passed 19 of 20 MOT tests, with 45,836 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Mar 2025
Mileage
45,836 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2024
MOT tests
20
19 passed · 1 failed
Per year
1,255 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V42 JAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V42 JAE was last recorded at 45,836 miles on 16 Mar 2024, 1,262 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,574 miles · 5 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
1,262 miles
Average per year
1,255 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 45,836 miles
  • 2023 – 44,574 miles
  • 2022 – 43,846 miles
  • 2021 – 42,791 miles
  • 2019 – 41,469 miles
  • 2018 – 40,224 miles
  • 2017 – 39,187 miles
  • 2016 – 38,319 miles
  • 2015 – 37,582 miles
  • 2014 – 36,942 miles
  • 2013 – 36,681 miles
  • 2012 – 35,712 miles
  • 2011 – 34,681 miles
  • 2010 – 33,348 miles
  • 2009 – 31,670 miles
  • 2008 – 30,750 miles
  • 2007 – 28,620 miles
  • 2006 – 25,446 miles
  • 2005 – 22,743 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,836 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

20 tests since 21 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,836 miles (+1,262)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    45,836 miles
    Test number
    712464951706
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass44,574 miles (+728)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    44,574 miles
    Test number
    518429150665
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass43,846 miles (+1,055)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    43,846 miles
    Test number
    314280851604
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass42,791 miles (+1,322)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    42,791 miles
    Test number
    690174275380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass41,469 miles (+1,245)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    41,469 miles
    Test number
    639317108262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass40,224 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    40,224 miles
    Test number
    773862648542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail40,221 miles (+1,034)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,221 miles
    Test number
    950202842503
    • MajorBrake lining(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass39,187 miles (+868)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    39,187 miles
    Test number
    889628202649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass38,319 miles (+737)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    38,319 miles
    Test number
    157537415165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass37,582 miles (+640)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    37,582 miles
    Test number
    481799345071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  11. Pass36,942 miles (+261)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    36,942 miles
    Test number
    827936584275
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass36,681 miles (+969)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    36,681 miles
    Test number
    386868083291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,712 miles (+1,031)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    35,712 miles
    Test number
    817813692232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,681 miles (+1,333)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    34,681 miles
    Test number
    999997791252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,348 miles (+1,678)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    33,348 miles
    Test number
    690518870293
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass31,670 miles (+920)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    31,670 miles
    Test number
    924986099264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,750 miles (+2,130)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    30,750 miles
    Test number
    431278798209
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  18. Pass28,620 miles (+3,174)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    28,620 miles
    Test number
    932135397220
    • AdvisoryCentre Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brakes out of balance

  19. Pass25,446 miles (+2,703)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    25,446 miles
    Test number
    420617096245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  20. Pass22,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    22,743 miles
    Test number
    413544995275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V42 JAE

Does V42 JAE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V42 JAE expired on 15 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V42 JAE?
The MOT on V42 JAE expired on 15 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V42 JAE done?
V42 JAE was recorded at 45,836 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2024, an average of 1,255 miles a year.
Has V42 JAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V42 JAE has failed 1 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2018.
Has the mileage on V42 JAE 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 V42 JAE find?
V42 JAE passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2024 with 4 advisories: coil spring corroded all; oil leak, but not excessive rear axle; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 1 more.

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