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WFZ 2252

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

95,179 mi
Last recorded95,179 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFZ 2252
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 95,179 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear noise from brake when wheel rotated

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both spring on top (5.3.3 (b) (i))

corrosion on both rear brake back plates

covers restricting inspection

Fail 3 Aug 2026 95,179 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Fuel pipe leaking by tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear noise from brake when wheel rotated

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both spring on top (5.3.3 (b) (i))

corrosion on both rear brake back plates

covers restricting inspection

Pass 11 Oct 2023 94,845 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Fail 2 Oct 2023 94,845 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 12 May 2021 93,917 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

under trays, sill covers and suspension arm covers fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2019 92,744 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Offside Rear noise inside brake drum when rotated

Pass 3 Jul 2018 91,447 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 91,272 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 83,706 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 74,409 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 74,409 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 60,857 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 48,913 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2013 48,913 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 44,847 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 40,158 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on edge

n/s/f washer jet partly blocked

Fail 5 Nov 2010 39,854 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

n/s/f tyre worn on edge

n/s/f washer jet partly blocked

Pass 3 Sep 2009 30,924 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2008 21,594 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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WFZ 2252 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 WFZ 2252, 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 WFZ 2252 registered?

WFZ 2252 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is WFZ 2252 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFZ 2252 shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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