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KG56 KXD

2006 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

160,733 mi
Last recorded160,733 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk73,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG56 KXD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 160,733 miles

Offside Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2025 153,034 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 145,508 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective One of the backbox mounts has broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2023

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 1 Aug 2022

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 25 Jul 2022

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached nut loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 26 Jul 2021 824 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Jul 2021 592 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn rear most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded lower section (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear most arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded lower section (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material longitudinal x2 too rear flexi hoses (1.1.11 (c))

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2020

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2019
Fail 23 Jul 2019

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 225,744 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

under trays fitted

Fail 21 Jul 2018 225,742 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Sep 2016 225,056 miles

Park brake has only just met requirement of 16%

Fail 24 Sep 2016 225,056 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Park brake has only just met requirement of 16%

Pass 17 Sep 2015 139,424 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)

Fail 15 Sep 2015 139,424 miles

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

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 3 Nov 2014 129,857 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Oct 2013 118,393 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 94,921 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 70,824 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 46,494 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 46,494 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 25 Sep 2009 36,287 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 36,287 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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KG56 KXD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 KG56 KXD, 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 KG56 KXD registered?

KG56 KXD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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