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YE55 GHO

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

105,708 mi
Last recorded105,708 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE55 GHO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 105,708 miles

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

Nearside Rear Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jan 2026 105,702 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2024 97,801 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 90,855 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 78,137 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 66,624 miles

CORROSION ON REAR END COMPONENTS

Fail 17 Nov 2021 66,624 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

CORROSION ON REAR END COMPONENTS

Pass 28 Nov 2020 65,052 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 63,934 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 62,313 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 57,785 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 54,265 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 50,731 miles

Covers underneath vehicle prevent some visual checks

Pass 18 Sep 2014 47,051 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 47,024 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2013 42,490 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 38,368 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 35,054 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 35,047 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Aug 2011 31,732 miles

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

sill covers fitted

Pass 3 Sep 2010 23,364 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 23,362 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 20,658 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 18,184 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 18,184 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)

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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YE55 GHO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 YE55 GHO, 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 YE55 GHO registered?

YE55 GHO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 12 December 2005.

Is YE55 GHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE55 GHO shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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