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LH56 AOV

2006 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

43,538 mi
Last recorded43,538 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk73,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLH56 AOV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 43,538 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2025 41,378 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2024 35,553 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 28,946 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 24,583 miles

Nearside Front Outer worn down to edge

Offside Front worn down to edge

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

Pass 21 Oct 2021 20,594 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front worn outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 19,613 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2019 19,097 miles

Tyre slightly damaged nearside front tyre outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 18,077 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 18,077 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 17,006 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 16,076 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 14,821 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 14,244 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 13,578 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 12,523 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Oct 2011 11,155 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 10,025 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 9,955 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 8,684 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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LH56 AOV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LH56 AOV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LH56 AOV registered?

LH56 AOV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 6 November 2006.

Is LH56 AOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LH56 AOV shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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