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S88 CVH

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

53,433 mi
Last recorded53,433 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS88 CVH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2022 53,433 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Oct 2022 53,433 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 52,715 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 51,202 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2020 51,202 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 49,161 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2019 49,161 miles

Nearside Headlamp reflector missing (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp reflector missing (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 47,155 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2017 45,009 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 42,775 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 39,362 miles

Advise both front headlight lenses faded.

Fail 20 Aug 2015 39,360 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Between tread. (4.1.D.1b)

Advise both front headlight lenses faded.

Pass 11 Aug 2014 35,942 miles

offside front tyre outer edge worn.

Pass 20 Aug 2013 33,252 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 30,067 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise front lower suspension arm bushes worn-wearing

advise off side front tyre wearing unevenly and perishing

advise off side rear drive shaft oil seal leaking

Fail 30 Jul 2012 30,061 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise front lower suspension arm bushes worn-wearing

advise off side front tyre wearing unevenly and perishing

advise off side rear drive shaft oil seal leaking

Pass 16 Aug 2011 26,517 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 22,490 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 14,075 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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S88 CVH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 S88 CVH, 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

How do I check the history of S88 CVH?

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What year was S88 CVH registered?

S88 CVH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is S88 CVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for S88 CVH shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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