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PO55 OBY

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

109,056 mi
Last recorded109,056 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO55 OBY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 109,056 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 105,342 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 102,834 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 98,619 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2023 98,616 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2022 96,387 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 93,945 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 93,036 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 90,493 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 85,348 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 81,067 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 76,058 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 69,312 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine menegement light on

Fail 22 Jun 2015 69,312 miles

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 lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres (225 45 17w) split

engine menegement light on

Pass 7 Jul 2014 59,097 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 59,097 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 58,022 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 57,986 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2012 53,702 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 41,613 miles

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

front disks pitted and worn

Pass 17 Nov 2009 33,223 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 24,618 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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PO55 OBY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PO55 OBY, 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

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What year was PO55 OBY registered?

PO55 OBY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 23 November 2005.

Is PO55 OBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO55 OBY shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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