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KW54 FFV

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

105,072 mi
Last recorded105,072 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW54 FFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 105,072 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2026 105,072 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2025 102,964 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 93,717 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 93,676 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 86,660 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 85,929 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 81,723 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 77,686 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2018 77,679 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure innerwall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jan 2018 74,306 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Dec 2016 68,624 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 68,624 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 64,766 miles

Nearside Rear has a nail in tyre

under tray fitted

Pass 2 Jan 2015 62,558 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 58,731 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Dec 2012 53,945 miles

advise nearside rear exhaust mounting corroded and broken away system still secure at time of mot inspection

Pass 21 Dec 2011 48,294 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 43,313 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 43,313 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2010 36,726 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 30,548 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 24,668 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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KW54 FFV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 KW54 FFV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KW54 FFV?

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What year was KW54 FFV registered?

KW54 FFV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 26 January 2005.

Is KW54 FFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW54 FFV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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