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BN55 LYU

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

128,877 mi
Last recorded128,877 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 LYU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 128,877 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

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

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

Fail 12 Sep 2017 128,876 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 122,314 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced BOTH (1.7.5a)

Fail 6 Sep 2016 122,314 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced BOTH (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 116,867 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

chassis under tray fitted obscuring under chassis check

engine bay cover fitted obscuring engine bay inspection

Fail 14 Sep 2015 116,867 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

chassis under tray fitted obscuring under chassis check

engine bay cover fitted obscuring engine bay inspection

Pass 9 Sep 2014 109,857 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 98,155 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 83,148 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both n/s wheels noted damaged at inner rim

exhaust rusty

f/o/s tyre low on tread 3mm,perished and worn at edges

front discs badly worn

Pass 5 Sep 2011 70,661 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 58,857 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 48,902 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 40,152 miles

front tyres low

Fail 29 Aug 2008 40,118 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front 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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BN55 LYU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BN55 LYU, 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 BN55 LYU registered?

BN55 LYU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 5 September 2005.

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