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Mercedes-Benz CLK

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 5,439 cc

Y1 GJLMOT history

Y1 GJL is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 120,124 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

Y1 GJL black Mercedes-Benz Clk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
120,124 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,684 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y1 GJL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,439 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y1 GJL was last recorded at 120,124 miles on 6 May 2026, 1,026 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,098 miles · 15 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,026 miles
Average per year
3,684 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,124 miles
  • 2025 – 119,098 miles
  • 2024 – 117,192 miles
  • 2023 – 113,312 miles
  • 2022 – 111,769 miles
  • 2021 – 110,699 miles
  • 2019 – 105,920 miles
  • 2018 – 96,900 miles
  • 2014 – 93,818 miles
  • 2013 – 89,886 miles
  • 2012 – 81,331 miles
  • 2011 – 73,574 miles
  • 2010 – 61,940 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,124 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

18 tests since 20 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,124 miles (+1,026)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    120,124 miles
    Test number
    250726891914
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass119,098 miles (+1,906)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    119,098 miles
    Test number
    645765509504
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass117,192 miles (+3,880)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    117,192 miles
    Test number
    106553398080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass113,312 miles (+1,543)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    113,312 miles
    Test number
    287251418639
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass111,769 miles (+1,070)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    111,769 miles
    Test number
    718618415922
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass110,699 miles (+4,779)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    110,699 miles
    Test number
    568899018668
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass105,920 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    105,920 miles
    Test number
    387584805411
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail105,901 miles (+9,001)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,901 miles
    Test number
    759114809284
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever pivot worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass96,900 miles (+3,082)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    96,900 miles
    Test number
    639889367261
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass93,818 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    93,818 miles
    Test number
    787360074130
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront bumper damaged

  11. Fail93,818 miles (+3,932)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,818 miles
    Test number
    319869264109
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteFront bumper damaged

  12. Pass89,886 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    89,886 miles
    Test number
    635761293118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail89,845 miles (+40)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,845 miles
    Test number
    897467273108
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  14. Fail89,805 miles (+8,474)5 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,805 miles
    Test number
    849631973145
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteCovers over sill panel not allowing full inspection
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass81,331 miles (+4)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    81,331 miles
    Test number
    696621972152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail81,327 miles (+7,753)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,327 miles
    Test number
    507196962144
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass73,574 miles (+11,634)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    73,574 miles
    Test number
    186442071205
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAir bag warning light on

  18. Pass61,940 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    61,940 miles
    Test number
    361231600459
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Questions about Y1 GJL

Does Y1 GJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y1 GJL is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y1 GJL?
The MOT on Y1 GJL is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y1 GJL done?
Y1 GJL was recorded at 120,124 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 3,684 miles a year.
Has Y1 GJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y1 GJL has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on Y1 GJL 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 Y1 GJL find?
Y1 GJL passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside engine mounting damaged but not to excess; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 2 more.

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