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EU55 BGV

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

115,349 mi
Last recorded115,349 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU55 BGV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2016 115,349 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2016 115,348 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 103,633 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 93,376 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Dec 2014 93,376 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Dec 2013 86,804 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Dec 2012 74,407 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2012 74,407 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 66,008 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 55,682 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2010 55,682 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2009 45,220 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 36,178 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2008 36,161 miles

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

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

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

n.s.f has side wall damage tyre

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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EU55 BGV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 EU55 BGV, 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 EU55 BGV registered?

EU55 BGV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is EU55 BGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU55 BGV shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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