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RL54 AHC

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

150,164 mi
Last recorded150,164 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL54 AHC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2017 150,164 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside front tyre has minor cut on the inner sidewall

Fail 20 Mar 2017 150,164 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside front tyre has minor cut on the inner sidewall

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

Pass 23 Mar 2016 141,165 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 133,259 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2014 118,254 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 113,053 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 105,935 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 105,934 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

brake pad wear warning lamp is illuminated

Pass 22 Mar 2011 95,124 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 74,634 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 53,843 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 31,143 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 31,143 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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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RL54 AHC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RL54 AHC, 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 RL54 AHC registered?

RL54 AHC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 21 January 2005.

Is RL54 AHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL54 AHC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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