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OU56 XJW

2006 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

111,083 mi
Last recorded111,083 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk73,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU56 XJW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2022 111,083 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2022 111,077 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached where marked (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Jan 2021 101,400 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2020 96,405 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing OUTER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 7 Jan 2020 96,403 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing OUTER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2019 91,504 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 147,262 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2017 86,384 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 79,369 miles

Nearside Front tyre wall slight cut but not deep enough to reach cord or ply

Fail 25 Nov 2016 79,369 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front tyre wall slight cut but not deep enough to reach cord or ply

Pass 2 Nov 2015 72,044 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 62,040 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 59,547 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 55,082 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 54,190 miles

Front brake discs worn.

Rear tyres worn.

Slight wear in both front wheel bearings.

N/S/R Tyre split inner side wall.

Pass 21 Mar 2011 37,479 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 21,912 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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OU56 XJW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 OU56 XJW, 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.

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What year was OU56 XJW registered?

OU56 XJW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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