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CX56 CPE

2006 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

106,690 mi
Last recorded106,690 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk73,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX56 CPE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 106,690 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2025 103,166 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

undertray cover underneath cant inspect

Fail 1 Aug 2025 103,157 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Service brake excessively fluctuating front (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

undertray cover underneath cant inspect

Pass 18 Aug 2024 100,712 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2024 100,712 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 98,754 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2023 98,751 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Aug 2022 97,284 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 94,033 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 91,055 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 88,491 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 86,496 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018 86,496 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 84,492 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 82,070 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 74,589 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 67,443 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 67,441 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

brake wear warning light on dashboard

Pass 9 Aug 2013 60,253 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 53,534 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 45,689 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 45,689 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 32,949 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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CX56 CPE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 CX56 CPE, 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.

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What year was CX56 CPE registered?

CX56 CPE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is CX56 CPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX56 CPE shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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