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FY55 AFN

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

131,041 mi
Last recorded131,041 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 AFN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2022 131,041 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 124,401 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 115,993 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

engine bay covers & under-trays fitted

Pass 28 Aug 2018 110,605 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 110,605 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 102,405 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 102,405 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2016 97,019 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2015 91,166 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 87,636 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 82,386 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 78,732 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 77,872 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 75,465 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 31 Mar 2011 75,465 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 71,822 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 67,755 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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FY55 AFN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 FY55 AFN, 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

How do I check the history of FY55 AFN?

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What year was FY55 AFN registered?

FY55 AFN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 20 October 2005.

Is FY55 AFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 AFN shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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