Mercedes Clk55 Amg Auto MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 346 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 28.9%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Mercedes Clk55 Amg Auto MOT Reliability Overview
The Mercedes Clk55 Amg Auto is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 346 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.1% and a failure rate of 28.9%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Mercedes Clk55 Amg Auto earns a "Very Good" reliability rating. The average Mercedes Clk55 Amg Auto presents for MOT with approximately 80,569 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2001 models achieve the highest pass rate at 74.2%, while 2000 models have the lowest at 65.4%. This 8.8 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Mercedes Clk55 Amg Auto is Tyres, affecting 17.3% of all tests. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. The second most common issue is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment at 15.0%. Suspension rounds out the top three at 14.7%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 27.2% | 94 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 18.8% | 65 |
| 3 | Brakes | 18.5% | 64 |
| 4 | Suspension | 17.3% | 60 |
| 5 | Driver's View Of The Road | 5.2% | 18 |
| 6 | Registration Plates And Vin | 3.8% | 13 |
| 7 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 3.5% | 12 |
| 8 | Road Wheels | 2.6% | 9 |
| 9 | Steering | 2.0% | 7 |
| 10 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 1.4% | 5 |
| 11 | Body, Structure And General Items | 0.9% | 3 |
| 12 | Items Not Tested | 0.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 80,569 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 3.37 | 27.2% | 94 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 2.34 | 18.8% | 65 |
| Brakes | 2.30 | 18.5% | 64 |
| Suspension | 2.15 | 17.3% | 60 |
| Visibility | 0.65 | 5.2% | 18 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.47 | 3.8% | 13 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.43 | 3.5% | 12 |
| Wheels | 0.32 | 2.6% | 9 |
| Steering | 0.25 | 2.0% | 7 |
| Seat Belts | 0.18 | 1.4% | 5 |
| Body & Structure | 0.11 | 0.9% | 3 |
| Items Not Tested | 0.04 | 0.3% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Mercedes Clk55 Amg Auto has 80,569 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Mercedes Clk55 Amg Auto has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 3.59% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Mercedes Clk55 Amg Auto MOT Data
The Mercedes Clk55 Amg Auto is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 346 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.1% and a failure rate of 28.9%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Mercedes Clk55 Amg Auto owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on tyres and lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Clk55 Amg Auto is likely to perform.
Tyres — 17.3% of failures
Tyres issues account for 17.3% of MOT failures on the Mercedes Clk55 Amg Auto. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 15.0% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 15.0% of MOT failures on the Mercedes Clk55 Amg Auto. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Suspension — 14.7% of failures
Suspension issues account for 14.7% of MOT failures on the Mercedes Clk55 Amg Auto. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Clk55 Amg Auto?
Based on 346 MOT tests in our database, the Mercedes Clk55 Amg Auto has an overall pass rate of 71.1% (28.9% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Mercedes Clk55 Amg Auto?
The top 3 reasons a Mercedes Clk55 Amg Auto fails its MOT are: 1. Tyres (17.3%), 2. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (15.0%), 3. Suspension (14.7%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Mercedes Clk55 Amg Auto reliable?
With a 28.9% MOT failure rate, the Clk55 Amg Auto is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Mercedes Clk55 Amg Auto?
Based on failure data, focus on: Tyres (17.3%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (15.0%); Suspension (14.7%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.