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496 WNN

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

82,886 mi
Last recorded82,886 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration496 WNN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 82,886 miles

surface corrosion to front and rear suspension components

Fail 30 Oct 2025 82,886 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

surface corrosion to front and rear suspension components

Pass 8 Nov 2024 81,973 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured offside and nearside (4.4.3 (a))

general light corrosion to front and rear suspension components

Fail 31 Oct 2024 81,973 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn steel arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured offside and nearside (4.4.3 (a))

general light corrosion to front and rear suspension components

Pass 31 Oct 2023 81,237 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2023 81,237 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 80,476 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement alloy arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2022 80,476 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement alloy arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 79,478 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 78,610 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 76,543 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 75,004 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 72,787 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 67,696 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 63,089 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 60,005 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 57,216 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 53,297 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 48,836 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 37,681 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 28,346 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Clk?

Based on 1,410,029 MOT tests across 83,874 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
4,986
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
83,874
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,319
coil spring broken 19,719
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 16,744
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,943
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,136
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496 WNN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 75,364 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Clk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 59,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 496 WNN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Clk typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 496 WNN registered?

496 WNN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is 496 WNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for 496 WNN shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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