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AV56 HTU

2006 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 3495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

93,356 mi
Last recorded93,356 miles
Recorded on24 May 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk73,393 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 HTU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2024 93,356 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 92,722 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured bulb. (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted bent. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm tread depth. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread depth. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Nov 2021 89,995 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 87,623 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2019 85,240 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 83,090 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 9 Mar 2017 81,320 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 72,048 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 29 Feb 2016 72,048 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 61,532 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 61,513 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 61,414 miles

Centre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

FRONT TYRE'S BADLY CRACKING SIDE WALLS TO TREAD

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

Fail 27 Aug 2014 61,414 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

FRONT TYRE'S CRACKING BADLY, SIDE WALLS TO TREAD.

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 57,348 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Aug 2012 52,849 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 47,110 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 41,705 miles

N/S/F tyre worn on outside edge possibly close to cords

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

early signs of casterarm bushes perishing front

front tyres perishing

Pass 22 Sep 2009 34,180 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 34,180 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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AV56 HTU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 3,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 73,393 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 AV56 HTU, 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 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AV56 HTU?

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What year was AV56 HTU registered?

AV56 HTU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 26 September 2006.

Is AV56 HTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV56 HTU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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