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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

V78 WUDMOT history

V78 WUD is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 20 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Apr 2024 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 164,450 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Apr 2024
Mileage
164,450 mi
At MOT on 6 Apr 2023
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,811 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V78 WUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V78 WUD was last recorded at 164,450 miles on 6 Apr 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,450 miles · 30 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,811 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 164,450 miles
  • 2022 – 161,964 miles
  • 2020 – 156,132 miles
  • 2019 – 156,024 miles
  • 2018 – 155,133 miles
  • 2017 – 154,490 miles
  • 2015 – 152,739 miles
  • 2013 – 131,796 miles
  • 2011 – 110,640 miles
  • 2010 – 97,856 miles
  • 2009 – 85,175 miles
  • 2008 – 73,279 miles
  • 2007 – 61,677 miles
  • 2006 – 52,217 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,450 miles
  • AdvisorySuspension parts getting rusty in placesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Centre exhaust mount deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust system slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside rear inner side light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside rear tyre starting to get close to legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,450 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    164,450 miles
    Test number
    628967212968
    • AdvisorySuspension parts getting rusty in places

  2. Fail164,450 miles (+2,486)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,450 miles
    Test number
    265841585156
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested Both front (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension parts getting rusty in places

  3. Pass161,964 miles (+99)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    161,964 miles
    Test number
    265956967605
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail161,865 miles (+5,733)1 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,865 miles
    Test number
    395821858708
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass156,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    156,132 miles
    Test number
    608685953174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail156,132 miles (+108)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,132 miles
    Test number
    380192571015
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass156,024 miles (+891)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    156,024 miles
    Test number
    652933731939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass155,133 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    155,133 miles
    Test number
    591779574491
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner side light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre starting to get close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded/deteriorated

  9. Fail155,133 miles (+643)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,133 miles
    Test number
    819527219556
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded border line pass (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner side light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre starting to get close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded/deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underside

  10. Pass154,490 miles (+1,751)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    154,490 miles
    Test number
    841940236832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass152,739 miles (+20,943)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    152,739 miles
    Test number
    138971725452
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass131,796 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    131,796 miles
    Test number
    419152023317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail131,794 miles (+7,057)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,794 miles
    Test number
    459240023450
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass124,737 miles (+14,097)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    124,737 miles
    Test number
    968807153052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass110,640 miles (+12,784)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    110,640 miles
    Test number
    829832731395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass97,856 miles (+12,681)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    97,856 miles
    Test number
    362339120391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount broken, but still adequately supported.

  17. Pass85,175 miles (+11,896)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    85,175 miles
    Test number
    170389249340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass73,279 miles (+11,602)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    73,279 miles
    Test number
    910409228315
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing on edges,probably due to under-inflation.

  19. Pass61,677 miles (+9,460)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    61,677 miles
    Test number
    953420247354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,217 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    52,217 miles
    Test number
    590416986206
    • 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)

Questions about V78 WUD

Does V78 WUD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V78 WUD expired on 5 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V78 WUD?
The MOT on V78 WUD expired on 5 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V78 WUD done?
V78 WUD was recorded at 164,450 miles at its MOT on 6 Apr 2023, an average of 6,811 miles a year.
Has V78 WUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V78 WUD has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on V78 WUD 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 V78 WUD find?
V78 WUD passed its latest MOT on 6 Apr 2023 with 1 advisory: suspension parts getting rusty in places.

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