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FY55 AAZ

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

102,347 mi
Last recorded102,347 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 AAZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2023 102,347 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 26 Aug 2023 102,347 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2022 98,649 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2022 98,633 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2021 94,704 miles

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

Plastic trays fitted all underneath cant see all brake pipes

Pass 26 Aug 2020 91,004 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2019 83,747 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 80,366 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 22 Aug 2018 80,365 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 25 Oct 2017 784,495 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded cleaned and coated (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge(suspect wheel alignment)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 74,062 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 70,268 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 66,173 miles

slight corrosion rear discs

Pass 29 Oct 2013 62,402 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 62,401 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2012 57,573 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 57,573 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 52,009 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 46,869 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outer edge of tread 225 45 zr17 91y

Fail 20 Oct 2010 46,869 miles

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

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

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

Both front tyres wearing on outer edge of tread 225 45 zr17 91y

Pass 29 Oct 2009 40,268 miles

1 bulb out on centre brake light

offside front tyre edge wearing 225/45zr17 91y

Pass 29 Oct 2008 33,318 miles

Nearside 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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FY55 AAZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FY55 AAZ, 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 FY55 AAZ registered?

FY55 AAZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 28 October 2005.

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The MOT history for FY55 AAZ 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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