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RA05 ELS

2006 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

57,225 mi
Last recorded57,225 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk73,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA05 ELS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 57,225 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 56,618 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

engine covers & under trays fitted

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 3 Jun 2024 56,042 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine cover,under tray & plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 30 May 2023 55,462 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine cover,under tray & plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 11 May 2022 54,903 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine cover,under tray & plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 18 May 2021 54,081 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine cover,under tray & plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 21 May 2020 53,467 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 53,459 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 53,442 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 52,601 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 47,437 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 47,437 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 43,636 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 41,360 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 38,633 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 27,568 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 23,765 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 23,725 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 16,944 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

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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RA05 ELS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 RA05 ELS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RA05 ELS?

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What year was RA05 ELS registered?

RA05 ELS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is RA05 ELS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA05 ELS shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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