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KY55 VBZ

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

158,276 mi
Last recorded158,276 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY55 VBZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2021 158,276 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

noise detected from front steering/suspension but unable to locate

Pass 17 Jul 2019 151,296 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2019 151,296 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2018 141,345 miles

covers and shields fitted obstructing view of components

Pass 6 Feb 2016 125,010 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2016 125,010 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 May 2014 89,898 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 68,010 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 54,900 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 54,900 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 54,471 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 51,017 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 43,053 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 35,604 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 28,468 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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KY55 VBZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KY55 VBZ, 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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What year was KY55 VBZ registered?

KY55 VBZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is KY55 VBZ safe to buy?

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