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VF54 ABU

2004 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

100,175 mi
Last recorded100,175 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk75,635 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF54 ABU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 100,175 miles

Both rear brake pipes start to get rust change them as soon as possible.

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 97,961 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 97,888 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 May 2017 94,668 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 86,597 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2016 86,591 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: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 78,068 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 72,704 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 64,438 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 57,950 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 54,099 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2010 46,250 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2009 39,914 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 37,075 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 34,912 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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VF54 ABU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 75,635 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 VF54 ABU, 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 22 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 VF54 ABU registered?

VF54 ABU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 October 2004.

Is VF54 ABU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF54 ABU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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