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EF06 GPJ

2006 Mercedes-benz Clk

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

142,342 mi
Last recorded142,342 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk73,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF06 GPJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 142,342 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 137,383 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 132,706 miles
Fail 2 May 2024 132,706 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2023 128,696 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2022 124,597 miles
Fail 10 May 2022 124,597 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2021 120,626 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and slightly damaged (5.2.3 (e))

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

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 22 May 2021 120,626 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and slightly damaged (5.2.3 (e))

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

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2020 116,935 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2019 110,227 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 May 2018 103,834 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Slight dampness of oil around sump edge.

Pass 25 May 2017 97,174 miles

Offside front tyre is cracking due to age, but no cord visible.

Pass 20 May 2016 89,227 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear tyres are wearing low. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 May 2015 83,480 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 76,434 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 70,642 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 70,642 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 May 2012 63,977 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 55,599 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 30 Apr 2011 55,201 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 17 May 2010 47,723 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 39,338 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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EF06 GPJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 EF06 GPJ, 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 EF06 GPJ registered?

EF06 GPJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 May 2006.

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