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W17 KFC

2006 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

118,390 mi
Last recorded118,390 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk73,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW17 KFC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 118,390 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 114,807 miles

Vehicle underside has heavy surface corrosion all over underside, front and rear subframes and suspension components but none of these items are not seriously weakened or likely to fracture / become detached !!

Pass 23 Apr 2024 111,225 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 22 May 2023 109,142 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 106,569 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL PIPES (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 May 2021 101,370 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 96,061 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 89,967 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 82,353 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 75,420 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 68,167 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 62,312 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 54,085 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 50,596 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 40,249 miles

sill covers fitted

u/body covers fitted

Pass 9 Aug 2011 32,751 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 32,751 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2010 23,325 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 16,207 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 16,207 miles

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

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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W17 KFC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 73,393 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 W17 KFC, 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 20 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 W17 KFC registered?

W17 KFC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 18 July 2006.

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