MERCEDES-BENZ CLK MOT pass rate
71.1% of 48,456 MERCEDES-BENZ CLK MOT tests pass.
The CLK passes 71.1% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all MERCEDES-BENZ models (83.5%).
The MERCEDES-BENZ CLK passes 71.1% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate stays relatively stable with age: 70.4% at 10–15 years versus 71.2% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 6–10 years | too few tests (3) | 3 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | 70.4% | 2,046 | 95,345 miles |
| 15+ years | 71.2% | 46,407 | 104,329 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the MERCEDES-BENZ CLK
The most common reason the MERCEDES-BENZ CLK fails its MOT is suspension — present in 65.3% of failed tests, most often logged as "Ball joint excessively worn".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 65.3% | Ball joint excessively worn |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 52.6% | Not working |
| Brakes | 40.8% | Excessively corroded |
| Tyres | 22.8% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 14.4% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Visibility | 13.6% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Steering | 7.2% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Body, chassis, structure | 7.1% | Has a major leak of exhaust gases |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 5.6% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Road Wheels | 3.0% | Fixing missing |
Related MERCEDES-BENZ models
- MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS — 81.4% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS — 85.3% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS — 83.3% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ GLA — 89.4% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ GLC — 91.1% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLA — 87.2% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the MERCEDES-BENZ CLK?
- 71.1% of MERCEDES-BENZ CLK MOT tests pass, based on 48,456 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the MERCEDES-BENZ CLK?
- The most common reason the MERCEDES-BENZ CLK fails its MOT is suspension — present in 65.3% of failed tests, most often logged as "Ball joint excessively worn".
- Does this show the MERCEDES-BENZ CLK's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the MERCEDES-BENZ service history guide for how to check and keep one.