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YH55 VUG

2006 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

140,555 mi
Last recorded140,555 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2019
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk73,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH55 VUG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2019 140,555 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both front tyres worn on the outer edge

nearside front tyre has a cut to the outer sidewall but not exposing the cords

space saver fitted offside rear

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Aug 2018 134,863 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

nearside front tyre has a cut in the sidewall but not exposing the cords

park brake rubber missing

rear brake discs slightly pitted

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2016 131,901 miles

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

some corrosion to front and rear brake pipes in places

undertrays fitted which restrict inspection of some testable items

Fail 5 Oct 2016 131,900 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on both (8.2.1b)

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

some corrosion to front and rear brake pipes in places

undertrays fitted which restrict inspection of some testable items

Pass 25 Jun 2015 129,484 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Jul 2014 127,132 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

damage to nearside front tyre side wall

handbrake anti slip pad missing

Fail 15 Jul 2014 127,132 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

damage to nearside front tyre side wall

handbrake anti slip pad missing

rear seat bases in the up position

slight brake bind to nearside rear

Pass 17 Jul 2013 114,314 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2012 83,462 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 69,228 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 5 Sep 2011 69,228 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 May 2010 69,133 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 67,715 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 44,801 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 44,801 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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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YH55 VUG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 73,393 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 YH55 VUG, 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 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YH55 VUG registered?

YH55 VUG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 7 February 2006.

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