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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

V43 FNSMOT history

V43 FNS is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 10 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Mar 2023 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 110,878 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Mar 2023
Mileage
110,878 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2022
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,302 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V43 FNS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V43 FNS was last recorded at 110,878 miles on 28 Mar 2022, 110 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,768 miles · 1 Oct 2018
Between the last two tests
110 miles
Average per year
3,302 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 110,878 miles
  • 2018 – 110,768 miles
  • 2017 – 110,234 miles
  • 2016 – 107,678 miles
  • 2014 – 106,514 miles
  • 2013 – 106,360 miles
  • 2012 – 104,364 miles
  • 2011 – 93,429 miles
  • 2010 – 91,126 miles
  • 2009 – 89,334 miles
  • 2008 – 79,193 miles
  • 2007 – 62,492 miles
  • 2006 – 58,104 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,878 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on inside edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Central Exhaust bracket broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,878 miles (+110)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    110,878 miles
    Test number
    536130674010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass110,768 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    110,768 miles
    Test number
    394189100566
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on inside edges (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail110,761 miles (+527)5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,761 miles
    Test number
    344431469295
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure front and centre broken off (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorObligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on inside edges (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass110,234 miles (+45)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    110,234 miles
    Test number
    727425802074
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside both tyres have damage to sidewalls
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight beam image faint due to deteriorated lens
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on inner edges

  5. Fail110,189 miles (+2,511)3 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,189 miles
    Test number
    236668451018
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect lens deteriorated (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside both tyres have damage to sidewalls
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight beam image faint due to deteriorated lens
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on inner edges

  6. Pass107,678 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    107,678 miles
    Test number
    804196137395
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded at rear

  7. Fail107,661 miles (+1,147)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,661 miles
    Test number
    218053761186
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureStop lamp not working all (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded at rear

  8. Pass106,514 miles (+154)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    106,514 miles
    Test number
    928736534313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass106,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    106,360 miles
    Test number
    109772903101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail106,360 miles (+1,996)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,360 miles
    Test number
    985871403195
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass104,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    104,364 miles
    Test number
    579177032276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail104,363 miles (+10,934)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,363 miles
    Test number
    286827832291
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

  13. Pass93,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    93,429 miles
    Test number
    987196111283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail93,429 miles (+2,303)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,429 miles
    Test number
    366975911247
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass91,126 miles (+1,792)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    91,126 miles
    Test number
    271153230240
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside front tyre slightly damaged on outer sidewall
    • NoteOffside front tyre slightly perished on inner side wall

  16. Pass89,334 miles (+6)1 dangerous9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    89,334 miles
    Test number
    211880749215
    • DangerousOil leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  17. Fail89,328 miles (+10,135)1 dangerous6 failures2 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,328 miles
    Test number
    304089539247
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  18. Pass79,193 miles (+16,701)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    79,193 miles
    Test number
    933582698139
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Fail62,492 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,492 miles
    Test number
    772642757180
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass62,492 miles (+4,388)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    62,492 miles
    Test number
    871412957190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    58,104 miles
    Test number
    370413196035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail58,104 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,104 miles
    Test number
    891623496080
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V43 FNS

Does V43 FNS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V43 FNS expired on 27 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V43 FNS?
The MOT on V43 FNS expired on 27 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V43 FNS done?
V43 FNS was recorded at 110,878 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2022, an average of 3,302 miles a year.
Has V43 FNS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V43 FNS has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2018.
Has the mileage on V43 FNS 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 V43 FNS find?
V43 FNS passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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