1997 Mercedes Clk 320 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Clk 320 models manufactured in 1997, based on 914 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
This page shows all Clk 320 cars tested in 1997. Want to see how cars built in 1997 hold up over time?
View 1997 Mercedes Clk 320 vintage page → (59.3% current pass rate)1997 Mercedes Clk 320 MOT Analysis
The 1997 Mercedes Clk 320 has an MOT pass rate of 59.4% based on 914 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 114,499 miles on the odometer. With a 40.6% failure rate, the 1997 Clk 320 is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1997 Mercedes Clk 320 is Tyres, responsible for 0.2% of failures. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs range from £50–200 per tyre.
Top failures specific to 1997 models only. The overall Clk 320 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 0.2% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 114,499 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 0.02 | 0.2% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1997 Mercedes Clk 320 has an MOT pass rate of 59.4% based on 914 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 114,499 miles on the odometer. With a 40.6% failure rate, the 1997 Clk 320 is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1997 Mercedes Clk 320, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to tyres: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating. With an average mileage of 114,499 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Tyres — 0.2% of failures
Tyres issues account for 0.2% of MOT failures on 1997 Mercedes Clk 320 models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.