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J888 PDR

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

98,221 mi
Last recorded98,221 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2013
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ888 PDR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2013 98,221 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 94,923 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 84,854 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 84,821 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 74,043 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 62,248 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 62,248 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 52,310 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 39,294 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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J888 PDR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 J888 PDR, 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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How do I check the history of J888 PDR?

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What year was J888 PDR registered?

J888 PDR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 21 March 2005.

Is J888 PDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J888 PDR shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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