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PL54 RAU

2004 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

135,777 mi
Last recorded135,777 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk75,635 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL54 RAU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2026 135,777 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2026 135,777 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 11 Oct 2025 118,504 miles

Both Rear tyres are very close to the legal limit

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 11 Oct 2025 118,504 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Both Rear tyres are very close to the legal limit

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 14 Oct 2024 110,081 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

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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PL54 RAU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 PL54 RAU, 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

How do I check the history of PL54 RAU?

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What year was PL54 RAU registered?

PL54 RAU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 November 2004.

Is PL54 RAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL54 RAU shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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