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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

V688 AFCMOT history

V688 AFC is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 26 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Oct 2025 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 123,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Oct 2025
Mileage
123,999 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2024
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,155 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V688 AFC
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
26 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V688 AFC was last recorded at 123,999 miles on 9 Oct 2024, 4,063 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,936 miles · 20 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
4,063 miles
Average per year
3,155 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 123,999 miles
  • 2023 – 119,936 miles
  • 2022 – 119,881 miles
  • 2021 – 119,788 miles
  • 2020 – 119,458 miles
  • 2019 – 119,297 miles
  • 2018 – 119,283 miles
  • 2017 – 118,589 miles
  • 2016 – 117,353 miles
  • 2015 – 115,100 miles
  • 2014 – 112,860 miles
  • 2013 – 112,010 miles
  • 2012 – 108,161 miles
  • 2011 – 103,609 miles
  • 2010 – 97,651 miles
  • 2009 – 91,479 miles
  • 2008 – 86,308 miles
  • 2007 – 77,308 miles
  • 2006 – 65,640 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,999 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated flexi starting to perish (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing holed more than 30cm away from structural mounting (6.1.1 (c) (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 on inner edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Underside of vehicle corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Steering box worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,999 miles (+4,063)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    123,999 miles
    Test number
    726460930744
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated flexi starting to perish (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing holed more than 30cm away from structural mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass119,936 miles (+55)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    119,936 miles
    Test number
    126810705611
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryAll four shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/f n/s/f Steering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm ball join
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  3. Pass119,881 miles (+93)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    119,881 miles
    Test number
    305192407726
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  4. Pass119,788 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    119,788 miles
    Test number
    974137872596
    • AdvisorySteering box worn, but not excessively (2.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail119,784 miles (+326)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,784 miles
    Test number
    760502476401
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box worn, but not excessively (2.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass119,458 miles (+161)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    119,458 miles
    Test number
    384913768502
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

  7. Pass119,297 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    119,297 miles
    Test number
    181486237716
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisorySill inspection no checked outer sill covers fitted

  8. Fail119,297 miles (+4)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,297 miles
    Test number
    190455459781
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  9. Fail119,293 miles (+10)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,293 miles
    Test number
    800292375071
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (rear part) (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOuter sills not checked (sill covers fitted)

  10. Pass119,283 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    119,283 miles
    Test number
    158833984362
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn out on inner edge

  11. Fail119,283 miles (+694)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,283 miles
    Test number
    957957626008
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn out on inner edge

  12. Pass118,589 miles (+1,236)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    118,589 miles
    Test number
    466726948987
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn out on inner edge

  13. Pass117,353 miles (+2,253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    117,353 miles
    Test number
    479370964643
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass115,100 miles (+2,240)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    115,100 miles
    Test number
    870865099983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass112,860 miles (+850)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    112,860 miles
    Test number
    256696344230
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket missing (exhaust still secure)

  16. Pass112,010 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    112,010 miles
    Test number
    359179563422
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail112,010 miles (+3,849)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,010 miles
    Test number
    229897463215
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass108,161 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    108,161 miles
    Test number
    299671862288
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  19. Fail108,161 miles (+4,552)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,161 miles
    Test number
    269421062239
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  20. Pass103,609 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    103,609 miles
    Test number
    517389451281
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside rear coil spring lower part corroded

  21. Fail103,609 miles (+5,958)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,609 miles
    Test number
    389429151479
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside rear coil spring lower part corroded

  22. Fail97,651 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,651 miles
    Test number
    220893360267
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  23. Pass97,651 miles (+6,172)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    97,651 miles
    Test number
    990953560266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Pass91,479 miles (+5,171)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    91,479 miles
    Test number
    292328659253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass86,308 miles (+9,000)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    86,308 miles
    Test number
    192378408374
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass77,308 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    77,308 miles
    Test number
    324171397474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail77,289 miles (+4,039)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,289 miles
    Test number
    301470597288
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  28. Pass73,250 miles (+7,610)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    73,250 miles
    Test number
    984213397077
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass65,640 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    65,640 miles
    Test number
    354861506190
    • 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)

Questions about V688 AFC

Does V688 AFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V688 AFC expired on 10 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V688 AFC?
The MOT on V688 AFC expired on 10 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V688 AFC done?
V688 AFC was recorded at 123,999 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2024, an average of 3,155 miles a year.
Has V688 AFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V688 AFC has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on V688 AFC 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 V688 AFC find?
V688 AFC passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2024 with 2 advisories: front prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated flexi starting to perish; nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing holed more than 30cm away from structural mounting.

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