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GU04 GPV

2004 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

71,302 mi
Last recorded71,302 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk75,635 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU04 GPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 71,302 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer side wall slight damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 22 Apr 2026 71,302 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer side wall slight damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2025 69,209 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 17 Apr 2025 69,209 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 65,439 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 51,490 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 50,176 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 46,539 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 44,317 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 41,519 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 40,080 miles

N/s/f seatbelt doesn't retract fully

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

O/s headlight,side to side adjuster doesn't work

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

Pass 28 Nov 2014 40,080 miles

N/s/f seatbelt doesn't retract fully

O/s headlight,side to side adjuster doesn't work

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

Pass 10 Dec 2013 39,282 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2012 38,135 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 37,059 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2011 37,059 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Dec 2010 35,620 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 33,494 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 33,494 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 30,867 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 29,006 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2007 29,006 miles

Centre Stop lamp does not face the rear (1.2.1a)

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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GU04 GPV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 75,635 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 GU04 GPV, 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 22 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 GU04 GPV registered?

GU04 GPV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 22 March 2004.

Is GU04 GPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU04 GPV 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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