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LG55 OLW

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 3495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

100,701 mi
Last recorded100,701 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 OLW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 100,701 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Gearbox mounting defective

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 May 2025 96,749 miles

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

Gearbox mounting defective

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

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

Pass 16 May 2024 93,030 miles

Front Poor beam image

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

Gearbox mounting defective

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm approx (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm approx (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 30 May 2023 90,402 miles

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

Gearbox mounting defective

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))

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

Fail 30 May 2023 90,402 miles

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

Gearbox mounting defective

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

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))

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

Pass 20 May 2022 88,472 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin remove wheels to check (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 86,244 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 84,108 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 83,032 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 83,028 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 81,164 miles

n/s/f tyre cut in outer sidewall

o/s/f tyre cut in outer sidewall and tread

oily residue on o/s/f brake caliper

rear tyres wearing unevenly to manufactures wear markers

Pass 15 Aug 2016 79,212 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 76,888 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres splitting on inner sidewalls - recommend replacement

Pass 12 Aug 2014 74,712 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 72,201 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management light illuminated

Pass 13 Aug 2012 67,128 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 67,128 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 61,232 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 3 Aug 2010 50,269 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 50,269 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 40,149 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 40,146 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 31,242 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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LG55 OLW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 3,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 LG55 OLW, 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 LG55 OLW registered?

LG55 OLW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is LG55 OLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG55 OLW shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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