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SW55 CCV

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

132,027 mi
Last recorded132,027 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW55 CCV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 132,027 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 126,475 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 122,584 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 117,828 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 112,236 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2020 108,605 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 100,924 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2019 100,924 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2018 93,068 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both outet edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Jan 2018 93,068 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both outet edge (4.1.E.1)

Registration plate lamp not working one (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Jan 2017 85,016 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 81,029 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 77,433 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2015 77,433 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

advise both rear tyres close to legal limit

Pass 3 Mar 2014 69,505 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 67,809 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 53,486 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 53,486 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 48,365 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 48,362 miles

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

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

parking brake"on" warning lamp not working

Pass 22 Jan 2010 37,801 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 22,512 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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SW55 CCV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 SW55 CCV, 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 SW55 CCV?

You can check the full history of SW55 CCV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SW55 CCV registered?

SW55 CCV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is SW55 CCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW55 CCV shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SW55 CCV have outstanding finance?

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