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DU55 FCX

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

104,903 mi
Last recorded104,903 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 FCX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 104,903 miles

front windscreen has chip

Fail 12 Jun 2019 104,903 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

front windscreen has chip

Pass 14 Jun 2018 91,517 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 78,806 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 70,462 miles

engine bay covers and under trays

Pass 1 Jun 2015 64,475 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 59,879 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear tyres wearing close too markers

Pass 13 Jun 2013 53,387 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

oil temp not available

Pass 26 May 2012 46,871 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 41,369 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 41,369 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 38,943 miles

small chip /crack in windscreen

Pass 26 Oct 2009 32,108 miles

both rear tyres on legal limit

chip in windscreen

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge and has slight sidewall damage

Pass 28 Oct 2008 39,355 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 39,355 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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DU55 FCX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DU55 FCX, 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 DU55 FCX registered?

DU55 FCX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is DU55 FCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU55 FCX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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