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P8 GLB

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,274 mi
Last recorded131,274 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP8 GLB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2016 131,274 miles

engine light on

Fail 16 Jun 2016 131,268 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

engine light on

Pass 6 Nov 2014 126,282 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

indicator stalk slightly insecure

worn brake pad warning system active

Fail 6 Nov 2014 126,282 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

indicator stalk slightly insecure

worn brake pad warning system active

Pass 1 Nov 2013 109,913 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 18 Oct 2013 109,466 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 96,912 miles

engine management light

Pass 10 Oct 2011 87,823 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 80,097 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 68,867 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 41,275 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear tyre has low centre tread.

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 41,275 miles

Nearside rear tyre has low centre tread.

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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P8 GLB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 P8 GLB, 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 P8 GLB registered?

P8 GLB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 28 July 2005.

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