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EX04 VKR

2004 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

78,874 mi
Last recorded78,874 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk75,635 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX04 VKR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 78,874 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2026 78,834 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2025 78,285 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 77,553 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2024 77,553 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 75,487 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 73,330 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 73,330 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 72,081 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 57,295 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 50,471 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 43,219 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 39,705 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 34,437 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 34,437 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2012 31,687 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 27,566 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 22,169 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 18,282 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 14,695 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 10,972 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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EX04 VKR is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 75,635 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 EX04 VKR, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EX04 VKR?

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What year was EX04 VKR registered?

EX04 VKR is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 25 May 2004.

Is EX04 VKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX04 VKR shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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