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Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,295 cc

Y233 BLJMOT history

Y233 BLJ is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 20 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Apr 2019 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 149,149 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2025.

Y233 BLJ blue Mercedes-Benz Clk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Apr 2019
Mileage
149,149 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2025
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,971 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y233 BLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Apr 2019
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y233 BLJ was last recorded at 149,149 miles on 24 Jan 2025, 3,815 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Apr 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,334 miles · 13 Apr 2018
Between the last two tests
3,815 miles
Average per year
4,971 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 149,149 miles
  • 2018 – 145,334 miles
  • 2016 – 138,278 miles
  • 2015 – 132,885 miles
  • 2014 – 125,699 miles
  • 2013 – 120,418 miles
  • 2012 – 113,252 miles
  • 2011 – 107,028 miles
  • 2010 – 100,096 miles
  • 2008 – 86,305 miles
  • 2007 – 75,946 miles
  • 2006 – 58,105 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail149,149 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures 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 Front wheel bearing dust cover missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

16 tests since 2 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail149,149 miles (+3,815)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,149 miles
    Test number
    599904177298
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass145,334 miles (+20)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    145,334 miles
    Test number
    678752029954
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing dust cover missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  3. Fail145,314 miles (+7,036)2 dangerous4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,314 miles
    Test number
    905835608468
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end loose securing nut missing (2.2.B.1d)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing dust cover missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  4. Pass138,278 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    138,278 miles
    Test number
    659015601315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail138,264 miles (+5,379)2 failures2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,264 miles
    Test number
    310208757616
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  6. Pass132,885 miles (+7,186)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    132,885 miles
    Test number
    781770098689
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass125,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    125,699 miles
    Test number
    286007084203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail125,699 miles (+5,281)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,699 miles
    Test number
    478847284253
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  9. Pass120,418 miles (+7,166)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    120,418 miles
    Test number
    549479423360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail113,252 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,252 miles
    Test number
    568022102260
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  11. Pass113,252 miles (+6,224)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    113,252 miles
    Test number
    997832202275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass107,028 miles (+6,932)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    107,028 miles
    Test number
    445261271130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass100,096 miles (+13,791)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    100,096 miles
    Test number
    574042750150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass86,305 miles (+10,359)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    86,305 miles
    Test number
    140636338376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass75,946 miles (+17,841)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    75,946 miles
    Test number
    234494537395
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass58,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    58,105 miles
    Test number
    394235276234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y233 BLJ

Does Y233 BLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y233 BLJ expired on 12 Apr 2019, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y233 BLJ?
The MOT on Y233 BLJ expired on 12 Apr 2019. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y233 BLJ done?
Y233 BLJ was recorded at 149,149 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2025, an average of 4,971 miles a year.
Has Y233 BLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y233 BLJ has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on Y233 BLJ 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 Y233 BLJ find?
Y233 BLJ failed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2025 with 6 major defects and 2 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits, and 5 more.

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