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WD55 DRZ

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

77,272 mi
Last recorded77,272 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD55 DRZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 77,272 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most suspension arm bush has a small split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is slightly worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 72,914 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play Slight play on the wheel bearing. Please carry out adjustment procedure (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Small cut on the inside side wall of the tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play Slight play on the wheel bearing. Please carry out adjustment procedure (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 68,114 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2023 68,114 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 63,334 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 59,788 miles

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

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

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

Fail 22 Dec 2021 59,788 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 14 Dec 2021 59,728 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2020 55,200 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 15 Dec 2020 55,190 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 0.7m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2019 52,605 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2019 52,604 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 50,689 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 46,259 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 46,105 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 44,450 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 43,578 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2014 42,974 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 42,974 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 41,129 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 38,844 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 35,878 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 32,488 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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WD55 DRZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WD55 DRZ, 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 WD55 DRZ registered?

WD55 DRZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 2 December 2005.

Is WD55 DRZ safe to buy?

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