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Black · Petrol · 2000 · 3,199 cc

V697 MKHMOT history

V697 MKH is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 1 Feb 2000. Its MOT expired on 16 Jul 2024 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 155,968 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2023.

V697 MKH black Mercedes-Benz Clk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Jul 2024
Mileage
155,968 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2023
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,070 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V697 MKH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V697 MKH was last recorded at 155,968 miles on 17 Jul 2023, 38,134 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,834 miles · 15 Feb 2019
Between the last two tests
38,134 miles
Average per year
6,070 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 155,968 miles
  • 2019 – 117,834 miles
  • 2018 – 102,476 miles
  • 2017 – 96,157 miles
  • 2016 – 92,146 miles
  • 2015 – 86,705 miles
  • 2014 – 83,934 miles
  • 2013 – 80,805 miles
  • 2012 – 78,453 miles
  • 2011 – 75,722 miles
  • 2010 – 72,140 miles
  • 2009 – 68,930 miles
  • 2008 – 62,025 miles
  • 2007 – 56,096 miles
  • 2006 – 50,106 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,968 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust system generally corroding
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe into rear flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass155,968 miles (+38,134)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    155,968 miles
    Test number
    400395913046
    • AdvisoryExhaust system generally corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe into rear flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Pass117,834 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    117,834 miles
    Test number
    972513924088
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front driver seat struture and seat back all secure but seat cushion loose on front off side fixing

  3. Fail117,834 miles (+15,358)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,834 miles
    Test number
    965883836295
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front driver seat struture and seat back all secure but seat cushion loose on front off side fixing

  4. Pass102,476 miles (+6,319)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    102,476 miles
    Test number
    611786660957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass96,157 miles (+4,011)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    96,157 miles
    Test number
    234050548399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass92,146 miles (+5,441)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    92,146 miles
    Test number
    392262940786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass86,705 miles (+2,771)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    86,705 miles
    Test number
    468747935083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,934 miles (+3,129)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    83,934 miles
    Test number
    997653044045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass80,805 miles (+2,352)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    80,805 miles
    Test number
    535786543011
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass78,453 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    78,453 miles
    Test number
    319870442002
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail78,453 miles (+2,731)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,453 miles
    Test number
    465930342066
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass75,722 miles (+3,582)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    75,722 miles
    Test number
    899262541062
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass72,140 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    72,140 miles
    Test number
    472552040092
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear registration plate slightly weathered

  14. Fail72,140 miles (+3,210)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,140 miles
    Test number
    550582740099
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear registration plate slightly weathered

  15. Pass68,930 miles (+6,905)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    68,930 miles
    Test number
    570252549074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,025 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    62,025 miles
    Test number
    950779338034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Fail62,025 miles (+5,929)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,025 miles
    Test number
    821759238094
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass56,096 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    56,096 miles
    Test number
    544733947017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail56,082 miles (+5,976)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,082 miles
    Test number
    654117337092
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass50,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    50,106 miles
    Test number
    212027036065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V697 MKH

Does V697 MKH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V697 MKH expired on 16 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V697 MKH?
The MOT on V697 MKH expired on 16 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V697 MKH done?
V697 MKH was recorded at 155,968 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2023, an average of 6,070 miles a year.
Has V697 MKH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V697 MKH has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2019.
Has the mileage on V697 MKH 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 V697 MKH find?
V697 MKH passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2023 with 4 advisories: exhaust system generally corroding; nearside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe into rear flexible hose, and 1 more.

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