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GL09 GZZ

2009 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

86,404 mi
Last recorded86,404 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Clk66,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL09 GZZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 86,404 miles

engine covers & under trays. unable to check some components

Pass 23 Jul 2025 83,508 miles

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

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 26 Jul 2024 80,905 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Fail 24 Jul 2024 80,905 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 8 Aug 2023 78,047 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Fail 29 Jul 2023 78,401 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 26 Jul 2022 75,746 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 5 Aug 2021 72,665 miles

centre brake light inop.

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

front discs corroded on inside face

Fail 27 Jul 2021 72,607 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

centre brake light inop.

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

front discs corroded on inside face

Pass 21 Jul 2020 70,014 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 19 Jul 2019 65,493 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Fail 19 Jul 2019 65,493 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 19 Jul 2018 60,024 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Fail 19 Jul 2018 60,024 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 1 Aug 2017 55,170 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

front tyres worn on edges & close to wear bars

Pass 11 Aug 2016 50,392 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

both front tyres worn on edges

undertrays fitted, unable to inspect some components

Pass 13 Aug 2015 46,168 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted unable to check some components

Pass 19 Aug 2014 41,653 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Aug 2013 36,803 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wear inner and outer edges nearside front tyre

Pass 9 Aug 2012 32,406 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 32,406 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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GL09 GZZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 66,318 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 GL09 GZZ, 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 17 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 GL09 GZZ?

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What year was GL09 GZZ registered?

GL09 GZZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 26 June 2009.

Is GL09 GZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL09 GZZ shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL09 GZZ have outstanding finance?

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