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Mercedes-Benz CLK

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 3,199 cc

Y878 JBBMOT history

Y878 JBB is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 3 Jan 2022 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 94,990 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jan 2022.

Y878 JBB blue Mercedes-Benz Clk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Jan 2022
Mileage
94,990 mi
At MOT on 4 Jan 2022
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,676 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y878 JBB
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
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
4 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y878 JBB was last recorded at 94,990 miles on 4 Jan 2022, 7,821 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,169 miles · 30 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
7,821 miles
Average per year
4,676 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 94,990 miles
  • 2020 – 87,169 miles
  • 2019 – 78,374 miles
  • 2017 – 66,337 miles
  • 2015 – 55,674 miles
  • 2014 – 55,036 miles
  • 2013 – 51,311 miles
  • 2012 – 47,851 miles
  • 2011 – 45,049 miles
  • 2010 – 40,889 miles
  • 2009 – 35,687 miles
  • 2008 – 31,392 miles
  • 2007 – 26,173 miles
  • 2006 – 21,169 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail94,990 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on INNER Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis / inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. Wont Move back (6.2.5 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis Outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Balljoint Boot, Slight deterioration
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Axle Differential leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering idler bush has play

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 Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 23 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail94,990 miles (+7,821)1 dangerous7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,990 miles
    Test number
    569256311459
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on INNER Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis / inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. Wont Move back (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis Outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Balljoint Boot, Slight deterioration
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Axle Differential leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering idler bush has play

  2. Pass87,169 miles (+8,795)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    87,169 miles
    Test number
    391741711079
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer shoulders

  3. Pass78,374 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    78,374 miles
    Test number
    589317691016
    • AdvisoryGear box oil leak/ diff oil leak
    • AdvisoryNear side front inner wing/wheel arch holed

  4. Fail78,374 miles (+5,580)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,374 miles
    Test number
    310475116914
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGear box oil leak/ diff oil leak
    • AdvisoryNear side front inner wing/wheel arch holed

  5. Pass72,794 miles (+6,457)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    72,794 miles
    Test number
    851731440584
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch corroded

  6. Pass66,337 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    66,337 miles
    Test number
    710823845936
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  7. Fail66,337 miles (+6,242)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,337 miles
    Test number
    525868022851
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  8. Pass60,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    60,095 miles
    Test number
    879968208124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail60,095 miles (+4,421)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,095 miles
    Test number
    662709802196
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  10. Pass55,674 miles (+638)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    55,674 miles
    Test number
    454553511281
    • 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)

  11. Pass55,036 miles (+3,725)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    55,036 miles
    Test number
    956399694172
    • 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)

  12. Pass51,311 miles (+3,460)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    51,311 miles
    Test number
    505585623212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,851 miles (+2,802)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    47,851 miles
    Test number
    607908222222
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  14. Pass45,049 miles (+4,160)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    45,049 miles
    Test number
    559990831209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,889 miles (+5,202)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    40,889 miles
    Test number
    784018210270
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass35,687 miles (+4,295)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    35,687 miles
    Test number
    820243829293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,392 miles (+5,219)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    31,392 miles
    Test number
    112027728260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass26,173 miles (+5,004)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    26,173 miles
    Test number
    642581127226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    21,169 miles
    Test number
    634102986023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y878 JBB

Does Y878 JBB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y878 JBB expired on 3 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y878 JBB?
The MOT on Y878 JBB expired on 3 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y878 JBB done?
Y878 JBB was recorded at 94,990 miles at its MOT on 4 Jan 2022, an average of 4,676 miles a year.
Has Y878 JBB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y878 JBB has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on Y878 JBB 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 Y878 JBB find?
Y878 JBB failed its latest MOT on 4 Jan 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 6 advisories: offside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on inner sidewall; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis / inner wing; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper inner wing, and 11 more.

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