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KS06 VAY

2006 Mercedes-benz Clk

Grey Diesel 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

107,531 mi
Last recorded107,531 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk73,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS06 VAY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 107,531 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear subframe (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 9 Apr 2026 107,529 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear subframe (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2025 95,735 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 81,242 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 67,687 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 66,982 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 3 Aug 2020 66,389 miles

slight movement in o/s front lower ball joint

Pass 19 Aug 2019 65,630 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 64,146 miles

Nearside Front wearing inside edge

both rear tyres approaching limit

Pass 19 Jul 2017 60,759 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 59,158 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 56,547 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 54,611 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 51,819 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 50,129 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 46,549 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 43,531 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 39,492 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 39,492 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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 VAY is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk in Grey with a 2,295cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 KS06 VAY, 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.

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What year was KS06 VAY registered?

KS06 VAY is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 27 July 2006.

Is KS06 VAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS06 VAY shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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