How reliable is the Mercedes Benz Clk?
Owner-reported reliability data: inspection results, typical mileage, and the most common failures.
The Mercedes Benz Clk passes first-time inspections somewhat below the European average. The most commonly reported issues are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. Typical mileage by age and a year-by-year breakdown of reliability are shown below. All figures are owner-reported real-world data, not a marketing rating.
Average reliability
Based on 11,048 inspection tests. First-time pass rate: 69%.
Mercedes Benz Clk reliability by year
How the Mercedes Benz Clk performs at first-time inspection, broken down by the year cohort. Empty cells mean we don't have enough owner-reported data for that year yet.
| Year cohort | Pass rate | Typical mileage @ 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 67.4% | – |
| 1998 | 71.8% | – |
| 1999 | 74.6% | – |
| 2000 | 76.3% | – |
| 2001 | 74.9% | – |
| 2002 | 72.5% | – |
| 2003 | 71% | – |
| 2004 | 68.2% | – |
| 2005 | 69% | – |
| 2006 | 68.2% | – |
| 2007 | 68.4% | – |
| 2008 | 67.5% | – |
| 2009 | 68% | – |
| 2010 | 68.8% | – |
Model-level pattern, not per-car prediction
These figures describe the Mercedes Benz Clk as a model. The reliability of any individual Mercedes Benz Clk also depends on service history, accident history, and how it was driven. Run a free VIN check to see the records attached to a specific car you're considering.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Mercedes Benz Clk reliable?
Based on owner-reported inspection records, the Mercedes Benz Clk passes first-time inspections somewhat below the European average. Its first-time inspection pass rate sits around 69%. Reliability varies by year and engine: see the year-by-year breakdown on this page for the specific cohort you're considering.
What are the common problems on the Mercedes Benz Clk?
The most common owner-reported issues are: A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (3.5% of inspections); A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (3.5% of inspections); The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (3.3% of inspections); Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.7% of inspections); Engine MIL illuminated indicating a malfunction (1.4% of inspections).
What mileage is normal for a Mercedes Benz Clk?
For a typical Mercedes Benz Clk, owner-reported average mileage works out to about – at 3 years, – at 5 years, and – at 10 years. The mileage section on this page shows the full distribution, high-use vs low-use cars often differ by a factor of three.
How do I check a specific Mercedes Benz Clk before buying?
Enter the 17-character VIN on Carlytics. The free check shows decoded specs and open safety recalls. The full vehicle history report (from EUR 8.90) cross-references owner-reported issues, mileage records, and stolen-vehicle databases for the specific car, model-level reliability tells you the pattern, the VIN check tells you the car.