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A18 FWR

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

54,233 mi
Last recorded54,233 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 FWR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2024 54,233 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2023 53,663 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 53,074 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 52,452 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 51,773 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 50,314 miles

undertrays & sill covers fitted not allowing access to some testable items

Pass 18 Jun 2018 48,942 miles

sill covers & underbody trays fitted not allowing access to some testable items

Pass 22 Jun 2017 47,778 miles

sill covers & underbody trays fitted restricting access to some testable items

Pass 21 Jun 2016 46,531 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 45,700 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 45,700 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 43,978 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2013 42,084 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 39,707 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 39,577 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 34,080 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 27,535 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 21,959 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 21,959 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 15,981 miles

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

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

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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A18 FWR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 A18 FWR, 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.

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What year was A18 FWR registered?

A18 FWR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is A18 FWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 FWR shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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