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Mercedes-Benz CLK

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 4,266 cc

X42 ARFMOT history

X42 ARF is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 18 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 57,001 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2026.

X42 ARF silver Mercedes-Benz Clk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
57,001 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,891 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X42 ARF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,266 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X42 ARF was last recorded at 57,001 miles on 3 Apr 2026, 1,826 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,175 miles · 18 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
1,826 miles
Average per year
1,891 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,001 miles
  • 2023 – 55,175 miles
  • 2022 – 49,375 miles
  • 2021 – 48,903 miles
  • 2020 – 47,334 miles
  • 2019 – 45,891 miles
  • 2018 – 44,878 miles
  • 2017 – 43,371 miles
  • 2016 – 42,299 miles
  • 2015 – 40,995 miles
  • 2014 – 39,601 miles
  • 2013 – 37,885 miles
  • 2012 – 35,855 miles
  • 2011 – 31,355 miles
  • 2009 – 28,291 miles
  • 2008 – 26,257 miles
  • 2007 – 20,663 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,001 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front HEADLAMP LENSES GOING OPAQUE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear LAMP LENS DAMAGED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front TRACK ROD END WEEPING GREASE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front TYRE SIDEWALL CUT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,001 miles (+1,826)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    57,001 miles
    Test number
    567474185809
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass55,175 miles (+5,800)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    55,175 miles
    Test number
    993851061448
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass49,375 miles (+472)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    49,375 miles
    Test number
    333581610183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass48,903 miles (+1,569)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    48,903 miles
    Test number
    280380856156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive under the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass47,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    47,334 miles
    Test number
    868541779618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail47,334 miles (+1,443)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,334 miles
    Test number
    516697330486
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass45,891 miles (+1,013)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    45,891 miles
    Test number
    364748300515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass44,878 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    44,878 miles
    Test number
    450993597119
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Fail44,876 miles (+1,505)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,876 miles
    Test number
    870096627452
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass43,371 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    43,371 miles
    Test number
    793867899226
    • AdvisoryFront HEADLAMP LENSES GOING OPAQUE
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear LAMP LENS DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front TRACK ROD END WEEPING GREASE
    • AdvisoryOffside Front TYRE SIDEWALL CUT
    • AdvisoryRear AXLE OIL LEAK

  11. Fail43,371 miles (+1,072)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,371 miles
    Test number
    817119220410
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45/17Y (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront HEADLAMP LENSES GOING OPAQUE
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear LAMP LENS DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front TRACK ROD END WEEPING GREASE
    • AdvisoryOffside Front TYRE SIDEWALL CUT
    • AdvisoryRear AXLE OIL LEAK

  12. Pass42,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    42,299 miles
    Test number
    652404352537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail42,299 miles (+1,304)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,299 miles
    Test number
    322122861430
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill trim panel insecure
    • AdvisoryBoth side repeater lenses damaged

  14. Pass40,995 miles (+1,394)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    40,995 miles
    Test number
    949239190114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,601 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    39,601 miles
    Test number
    517156444366
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  16. Fail39,601 miles (+1,716)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,601 miles
    Test number
    837236844359
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  17. Pass37,885 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    37,885 miles
    Test number
    735261053389
    • NoteGearbox damp
    • NoteSlight play in both the front wheels

  18. Fail37,885 miles (+2,030)1 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,885 miles
    Test number
    125120253391
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteGearbox damp
    • NoteSlight play in both the front wheels

  19. Pass35,855 miles (+4,500)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    35,855 miles
    Test number
    416113062369
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSerface corrosion on n/s/r sill

  20. Pass31,355 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    31,355 miles
    Test number
    889842211065
    • NoteGearbox damp
    • NoteSlight play in both the front wheels

  21. Fail31,355 miles (+3,064)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,355 miles
    Test number
    367561511012
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • NoteAll four brake discs have slight surface corrosion on them
    • NoteGearbox damp
    • NoteSlight play in both the front wheels

  22. Pass28,291 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    28,291 miles
    Test number
    201140159377
    • NoteSmall cuts to the offside rear inner tyre wall

  23. Fail28,291 miles (+2,034)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,291 miles
    Test number
    174109349385
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • NoteSmall cuts to the offside rear inner tyre wall

  24. Pass26,257 miles (+5,594)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    26,257 miles
    Test number
    413151658468
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • NoteBad cut on side wall n/s/f tyre

  25. Pass20,663 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    20,663 miles
    Test number
    511405317032
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about X42 ARF

Does X42 ARF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X42 ARF is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on X42 ARF?
The MOT on X42 ARF is valid until 2 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X42 ARF done?
X42 ARF was recorded at 57,001 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2026, an average of 1,891 miles a year.
Has X42 ARF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X42 ARF has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on X42 ARF 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 X42 ARF find?
X42 ARF passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner edge; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear inner edge.

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