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GX56 BFN

2006 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

97,507 mi
Last recorded97,507 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk73,393 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX56 BFN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2018 97,507 miles

Nearside front link-bar dust cover

Pass 23 Aug 2017 95,429 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 95,429 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Rear outer ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 93,699 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 85,964 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2016 85,964 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 72,397 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2014 55,854 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front 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

nearside front tyre outer sidewall damage

Pass 9 May 2013 40,718 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 40,718 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

front wheel bearings o/s/f and n/s/f slight play

Pass 6 Dec 2011 33,601 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 24,784 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 24,774 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2009 18,253 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 16,155 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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GX56 BFN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 73,393 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 GX56 BFN, 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 20 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 GX56 BFN registered?

GX56 BFN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 21 December 2006.

Is GX56 BFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX56 BFN shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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