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Mercedes-Benz CLK

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 3,199 cc

Y296 WFCMOT history

Y296 WFC is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 31 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 9 May 2024 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 94,426 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jun 2024.

Y296 WFC blue Mercedes-Benz Clk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 May 2024
Mileage
94,426 mi
At MOT on 19 Jun 2024
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,774 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y296 WFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 May 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Jun 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y296 WFC was last recorded at 94,426 miles on 19 Jun 2024, 6,005 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,421 miles · 10 May 2023
Between the last two tests
6,005 miles
Average per year
3,774 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 94,426 miles
  • 2023 – 88,421 miles
  • 2022 – 81,266 miles
  • 2021 – 74,698 miles
  • 2019 – 61,739 miles
  • 2018 – 60,314 miles
  • 2017 – 58,585 miles
  • 2016 – 56,323 miles
  • 2015 – 55,181 miles
  • 2014 – 53,429 miles
  • 2013 – 51,097 miles
  • 2012 – 47,725 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail94,426 miles
  • MajorAnti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn BOTH FRONT OUTER (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam LIGHT SWITCH NOT WORKING (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position LATCH (3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryALL WHEEL ARCHES HAVE SLIGHT CORROSION
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced AT OUT RIGGER (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play BOTH FRONT (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear tyre cracking in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear tyre cracking in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 2 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail94,426 miles (+6,005)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,426 miles
    Test number
    567214398645
    • MajorAnti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn BOTH FRONT OUTER (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam LIGHT SWITCH NOT WORKING (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position LATCH (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryALL WHEEL ARCHES HAVE SLIGHT CORROSION
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced AT OUT RIGGER (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play BOTH FRONT (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass88,421 miles (+7,155)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    88,421 miles
    Test number
    759829765259
    • AdvisoryCentral Front STEERING BOX BALL JOINT SLIGHT PLAY
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH FRONT LINES (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH REAR SHOCKS (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass81,266 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    81,266 miles
    Test number
    597901369775
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail81,266 miles (+6,568)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,266 miles
    Test number
    438121259988
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass74,698 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    74,698 miles
    Test number
    956373379486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail74,668 miles (+12,929)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,668 miles
    Test number
    529204746025
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass61,739 miles (+1,425)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    61,739 miles
    Test number
    344193619743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass60,314 miles (+1,729)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    60,314 miles
    Test number
    475923815457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass58,585 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    58,585 miles
    Test number
    285746432906
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking in tread

  10. Fail58,585 miles (+2,262)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,585 miles
    Test number
    366260339398
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking in tread

  11. Pass56,323 miles (+1,142)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    56,323 miles
    Test number
    294270862217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass55,181 miles (+1,752)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    55,181 miles
    Test number
    705630145012
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass53,429 miles (+2,332)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    53,429 miles
    Test number
    159622044010
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass51,097 miles (+3,372)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    51,097 miles
    Test number
    235276233018
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteFront and rear suspension system components has surface corrosion

  15. Pass47,725 miles (+19)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    47,725 miles
    Test number
    118938332039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NotePlastic covers over both outer sills

  16. Fail47,706 miles3 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,706 miles
    Test number
    158443732029
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NotePlastic covers over both outer sills
    • NoteSurface cracks showing on all four tyres

Questions about Y296 WFC

Does Y296 WFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y296 WFC expired on 9 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y296 WFC?
The MOT on Y296 WFC expired on 9 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y296 WFC done?
Y296 WFC was recorded at 94,426 miles at its MOT on 19 Jun 2024, an average of 3,774 miles a year.
Has Y296 WFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y296 WFC has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on Y296 WFC 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 Y296 WFC find?
Y296 WFC failed its latest MOT on 19 Jun 2024 with 4 major defects and 5 advisories: anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both front outer; headlamp not working on main beam light switch not working; nearside front bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position latch, and 6 more.

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