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BF55 YEJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

121,661 mi
Last recorded121,661 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 YEJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2020 121,661 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2020 121,661 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 117,484 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 112,181 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 108,298 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 105,061 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 100,923 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

crack in screen

Pass 28 May 2012 100,794 miles

Small lump in nearside tyre sidewall that may be a bulge

Some small cracks in offside front tyres

Fail 28 May 2012 100,794 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Small lump in nearside tyre sidewall that may be a bulge

Some small cracks in offside front tyres

Pass 27 Sep 2010 98,979 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 98,978 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 81,808 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 58,783 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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BF55 YEJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BF55 YEJ, 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 BF55 YEJ registered?

BF55 YEJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is BF55 YEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF55 YEJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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