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LG54 DJY

2004 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

96,892 mi
Last recorded96,892 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk75,635 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG54 DJY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 96,892 miles

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Fail 29 Apr 2026 96,704 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn as chalked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 14 May 2025 90,096 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2024 88,195 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 86,711 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2022 86,646 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2021 84,784 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 81,214 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 78,070 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2019 78,069 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 75,573 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 75,573 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2017 70,359 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 29 Sep 2017 70,358 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 65,374 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 63,216 miles

Offside Front tyre is worn bald on outer edge

Fail 29 Sep 2015 63,215 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail

Offside Front tyre is worn bald on outer edge

Pass 1 Oct 2014 57,058 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 57,058 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 50,305 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 45,236 miles

NSF tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 23 Sep 2011 38,595 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 38,527 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 34,034 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 34,009 miles

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

nearside rear tyre

Pass 6 Sep 2010 34,009 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 30,944 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 42,100 miles

offside front tyre cut in wall

Pass 13 Sep 2007 19,644 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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LG54 DJY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 75,635 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 LG54 DJY, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LG54 DJY registered?

LG54 DJY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is LG54 DJY safe to buy?

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