2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 1.8L Petrol · WM55 GUX
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (1.8L, petrol). First registered 05 Oct 2005. Recorded mileage 154,324 miles. MOT expired on 02 May 2025.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLK
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 May 2025
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (31 Aug 2024)
- Recorded Mileage
- 154,324 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WM55 GUX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/05/2024
- 154,324 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 11 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (15 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WM55 GUX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mercedes-Benz Clk (WM55 GUX) between March 2022 and May 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 May 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (15 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 48 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”.
WM55 GUX Mileage History
- 21/03/2022134,220 mi
- 30/03/2023143,154 mi+8,934 mi
- 11/04/2023143,248 mi+94 mi
- 27/04/2024154,146 mi+10,898 mi
- 04/05/2024154,324 mi+178 mi
Average of roughly 9,478 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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