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WM05 GYS

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

121,474 mi
Last recorded121,474 miles
Recorded on25 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM05 GYS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2018 121,474 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge os and ns (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 May 2017 117,212 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit off side and nearside (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 106,854 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 106,854 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working + lamp broken (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 94,352 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 80,469 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 80,466 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 67,614 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 55,125 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 55,125 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 48,911 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 43,694 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 36,701 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 29,628 miles

nearside front tyre tread worn on outer edge

Fail 27 Mar 2008 29,628 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside front tyre tread worn on outer edge

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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WM05 GYS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 WM05 GYS, 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 WM05 GYS registered?

WM05 GYS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 12 April 2005.

Is WM05 GYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM05 GYS shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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