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SS54 TAS

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

83,457 mi
Last recorded83,457 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSS54 TAS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 83,457 miles

various brake pipes slight corrosion

Pass 3 Dec 2024 77,021 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2024 76,990 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 68,217 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 15 Nov 2023 68,013 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 58,197 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 49,748 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox fluid. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 45,631 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Nov 2020 45,629 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 35% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 43,625 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 43,040 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 41,065 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 39,383 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 36,689 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 34,842 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 31,985 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 29,992 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 28,483 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 26,587 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 23,234 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 19,880 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 17,369 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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SS54 TAS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 SS54 TAS, 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 SS54 TAS registered?

SS54 TAS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 27 January 2005.

Is SS54 TAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SS54 TAS shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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