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FV56 FLF

2006 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

143,012 mi
Last recorded143,012 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk73,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV56 FLF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 143,012 miles

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

under tray fitted

Pass 25 Jul 2025 140,520 miles

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

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

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

undertray fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2024 135,496 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2024 135,496 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Apr 2024 133,781 miles

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

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

Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2023 125,844 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2023 125,844 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2022 111,795 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jan 2022 111,793 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 93,085 miles

rear tyre treads on 3mm

slight play in rear anti roll bar bushes

under trays fitted

Fail 18 Jan 2021 93,085 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear tyre treads on 3mm

slight play in rear anti roll bar bushes

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2019 84,260 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 83,505 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 81,934 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 80,114 miles

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

EML light on

wrong tyres fitted to rear axle

wrong wheels fitted to front axle

Pass 28 Jan 2016 74,907 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 68,439 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 60,203 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 14 Jan 2013 51,300 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jan 2012 44,305 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 36,384 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 27,648 miles

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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FV56 FLF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 FV56 FLF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV56 FLF registered?

FV56 FLF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 27 November 2006.

Is FV56 FLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV56 FLF shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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