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SM55 FOV

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

84,507 mi
Last recorded84,507 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 FOV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2017 84,507 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2017 84,483 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 77,617 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 77,617 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 69,188 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 60,292 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 50,654 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 48,148 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 45,561 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 38,068 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 33,816 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 25,126 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 25,126 miles

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

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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SM55 FOV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol 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 SM55 FOV, 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 SM55 FOV registered?

SM55 FOV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 21 September 2005.

Is SM55 FOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM55 FOV 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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