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YC55 GVK

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

163,815 mi
Last recorded163,815 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC55 GVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2019 163,815 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 159,078 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 151,308 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 134,236 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both headlamps slightly deteriorated

Pass 21 Jul 2014 110,452 miles

both front wheels bent

rear exhaust deteriorated & blowing

Fail 19 Jul 2014 110,452 miles

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

both front wheels bent

rear exhaust deteriorated & blowing

Fail 30 Jul 2013 85,102 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 85,102 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 78,102 miles

front brake discs inner faces corroded

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

rear brake hose metal ferrules corroding

Pass 21 Sep 2011 70,343 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 65,490 miles

nearside rear tyre close to limit (1.8mm)

offside rear tyre close to limit (2.5mm)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 58,865 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 46,405 miles

small crack in 3rd brake light

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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YC55 GVK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YC55 GVK, 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 YC55 GVK registered?

YC55 GVK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is YC55 GVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC55 GVK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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