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KS06 VAU

2006 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

62,754 mi
Last recorded62,754 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk73,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS06 VAU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 62,754 miles

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

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Fail 11 Sep 2025 62,748 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2024 60,056 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 rear of main (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 8 Mar 2024 60,046 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 rear of main (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2019 58,988 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2019 58,988 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 31 May 2018 51,061 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 51,056 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front requires tracking

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

service light on

Pass 24 May 2016 43,271 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 39,771 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside front sidewall damage

Fail 8 May 2015 39,771 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside front sidewall damage

Pass 9 Oct 2013 32,724 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2012 26,008 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 21,767 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 21,748 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 18,834 miles

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

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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KS06 VAU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 KS06 VAU, 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 KS06 VAU registered?

KS06 VAU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 28 June 2006.

Is KS06 VAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS06 VAU shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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