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FY55 WRV

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

129,973 mi
Last recorded129,973 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 WRV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2018 129,973 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 129,973 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 114,059 miles

both front tyres wearing on both edges

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts and pads 3/4 worn (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 104,113 miles

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1n)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

rear exhaust mount corroded

Pass 10 Aug 2015 93,476 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 93,193 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2014 84,349 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 84,126 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2013 74,779 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 65,458 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 6 Aug 2012 65,458 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 55,823 miles

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

n/s/r tyre on legal limit

Pass 1 Oct 2010 48,146 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 43,383 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 43,383 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 31,314 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 WRV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 WRV, 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 WRV registered?

FY55 WRV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is FY55 WRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 WRV shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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