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FP54 AYW

2004 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk75,635 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP54 AYW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 8 Apr 2022

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

All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output rear tail lamps tinted (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps tinted (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive leak from gearbox/engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2021 127,516 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens damaged. (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leaks at engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear All position lamps have a product on the lenses or light sources which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases minor leak at centre and rear silencers. (6.1.2 (a))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 125,774 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect oil mist (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect oil mist (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive at transmission/gearbox area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured product on rear lamp lenses,affecting light intensity. (4.4.3 (a))

Rear All position lamps have a product on the lenses or light sources which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2020 125,768 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly Brake fluid/brake system warning lamp stays on.Parking brake warning light stays on. (1.1.10 (g))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect oil mist (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect oil mist (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive at transmission/gearbox area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured product on rear lamp lenses,affecting light intensity. (4.4.3 (a))

Rear All position lamps have a product on the lenses or light sources which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2019 125,673 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Front All position lamps have a product on the lenses or light sources which obviously reduces light intensity ( including headlamps) (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect slight oil trace both front shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated foot pedal for parking brake not releasing fully.Brake warning light/ Warning message on dash board! (1.1.6 (d))

Rear All position lamps have a product on the lenses or light sources which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 122,646 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 116,172 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 108,021 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 97,573 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 87,168 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 79,345 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 74,487 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 68,200 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 62,001 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 55,110 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 48,651 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 46,472 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2007 46,472 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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FP54 AYW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 FP54 AYW, 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.

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What year was FP54 AYW registered?

FP54 AYW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 22 October 2004.

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