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WK55 EVC

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

78,428 mi
Last recorded78,428 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK55 EVC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 78,428 miles

Both front tyres wearing slightly on edges

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

slight noise from o/s/r when parking brake applied

Pass 12 Aug 2025 72,905 miles

slight noise from o/s/r when parkin brake applied

Fail 12 Aug 2025 72,902 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

slight noise from o/s/r when parkin brake applied

Pass 19 Aug 2024 68,841 miles

Both headlamp cleaning devices inoperative

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Parking brake has little reserve travel

Fail 19 Aug 2024 68,837 miles

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

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

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

Both headlamp cleaning devices inoperative

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Parking brake has little reserve travel

Pass 31 Jul 2023 62,707 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 58,034 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 52,999 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 51,583 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 51,152 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 50,071 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 48,999 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 44,547 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 43,838 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 41,679 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Aug 2013 38,919 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 35,647 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 31,339 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 24,790 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 24,785 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 21,425 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 17,070 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 12,292 miles

nsf+r tyre sidewalls damaged - no cords exposed

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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WK55 EVC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 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 WK55 EVC, 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 WK55 EVC registered?

WK55 EVC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is WK55 EVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK55 EVC shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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