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FY55 YKP

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

114,538 mi
Last recorded114,538 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 114,538 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2016 106,397 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 94,544 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 88,040 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2014 87,956 miles

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

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 80,169 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Aug 2012 73,532 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2011 65,497 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 58,342 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 58,342 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 50,071 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 40,867 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 YKP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YKP, 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.

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What year was FY55 YKP registered?

FY55 YKP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 9 November 2005.

Is FY55 YKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 YKP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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