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WD55 GNZ

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

51,089 mi
Last recorded51,089 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD55 GNZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 51,089 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 49,436 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both sides. (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 47,378 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 45,851 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 43,418 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 17 Dec 2021 43,418 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 30 Dec 2020 40,903 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 38,834 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 36,677 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 34,322 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 32,596 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has 2 large cuts but do not expose threads or cords.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 31,372 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 31,372 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 29,410 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 26,374 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 26,374 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 22,391 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Fail 29 Oct 2012 22,391 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Fail 1 Nov 2011 19,007 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 19,007 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 17,688 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

nail in the nearside front tyre which is leaking air

Pass 25 Nov 2010 17,688 miles

nail in the nearside front tyre which is leaking air

Pass 1 Dec 2009 14,493 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

slight damage to the nearside front inner wheel rim

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 GNZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol 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 GNZ, 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 GNZ registered?

WD55 GNZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is WD55 GNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WD55 GNZ shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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