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MW55 ZZJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

86,802 mi
Last recorded86,802 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW55 ZZJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 86,802 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 84,311 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 81,623 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 78,408 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 74,630 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 69,781 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 66,169 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 63,762 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 60,964 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2017 57,585 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2016 55,501 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 52,919 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jan 2014 49,767 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 46,627 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 43,411 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 41,572 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 41,572 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 39,218 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 37,593 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 34,808 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 34,808 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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MW55 ZZJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 MW55 ZZJ, 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 MW55 ZZJ?

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What year was MW55 ZZJ registered?

MW55 ZZJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is MW55 ZZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW55 ZZJ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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