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SU51 JFC

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

85,774 mi
Last recorded85,774 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSU51 JFC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 85,774 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 79,966 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2024 79,966 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2023 74,567 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear axle rusty

Fail 14 Oct 2023 74,567 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear axle rusty

Pass 7 Oct 2022 67,661 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 56,148 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 52,668 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2020 52,668 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2019 51,460 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 50,166 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 49,006 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 47,283 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 47,283 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 45,845 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 43,300 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Sep 2013 39,874 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 35,543 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 29,867 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 25,429 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 24 Sep 2010 25,429 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 20,193 miles

Engine covers fitted preventing full inspection of some testable items

undertrays fitted preventing full inspection of some testable items

Pass 26 Sep 2008 14,907 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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SU51 JFC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 SU51 JFC, 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 SU51 JFC registered?

SU51 JFC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is SU51 JFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SU51 JFC shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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