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BG55 LCP

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

77,041 mi
Last recorded77,041 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 LCP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2023 77,041 miles

n s r tyre worn low-o s f link slight play-n s f lower balljoint slight play-front brake discs wearing low-front suspension arm bushes perished-

Pass 29 Sep 2022 74,969 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Wet Test

Fail 23 Sep 2022 74,840 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Wet Test

Pass 3 Sep 2021 70,681 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside mirror discolour

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 65,879 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre

screw in offside rear tyre

Pass 10 Sep 2019 61,426 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside mirror discolour

Pass 11 Sep 2018 55,814 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 49,916 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 44,424 miles

225/50x16

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both rear tyres worn

Pass 15 Sep 2015 39,372 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 36,336 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 36,329 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 33,389 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 30,959 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 30,954 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 28,999 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 20,497 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 12,385 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 8,476 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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BG55 LCP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BG55 LCP, 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 BG55 LCP registered?

BG55 LCP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is BG55 LCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG55 LCP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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