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OU04 ZLE

2004 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

116,106 mi
Last recorded116,106 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk75,635 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU04 ZLE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2015 116,106 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front wiper blades worn

Fail 18 Aug 2015 116,106 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front wiper blades worn

nearside front tyre worn on edges and cuts to side

Pass 1 Sep 2014 101,741 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 91,209 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 91,209 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2012 80,250 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 67,553 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 15 Jun 2011 67,553 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 56,864 miles

front and rear brake pads low

nearside front hub play

nearside front tyre deep cuts to sidewall

Pass 20 May 2009 47,474 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

nearside front tyre deep cut to side wall

Fail 18 May 2009 47,429 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

nearside front tyre deep cut to side wall

Pass 4 Mar 2008 38,649 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 38,649 miles

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

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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OU04 ZLE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 OU04 ZLE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU04 ZLE registered?

OU04 ZLE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 26 March 2004.

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The MOT history for OU04 ZLE shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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