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Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,685 cc

V56 WVVMOT history

V56 WVV is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 21 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 4 Nov 2021 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 198,401 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2023.

V56 WVV black Mercedes-Benz Clk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Nov 2021
Mileage
198,401 mi
At MOT on 18 Apr 2023
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,421 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V56 WVV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

V56 WVV was last recorded at 198,401 miles on 18 Apr 2023, 3,538 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,863 miles · 5 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
3,538 miles
Average per year
10,421 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 198,401 miles
  • 2020 – 194,863 miles
  • 2019 – 184,110 miles
  • 2018 – 174,241 miles
  • 2017 – 158,327 miles
  • 2016 – 139,827 miles
  • 2015 – 126,594 miles
  • 2014 – 112,795 miles
  • 2013 – 97,562 miles
  • 2012 – 74,978 miles
  • 2011 – 59,849 miles
  • 2010 – 58,088 miles
  • 2009 – 49,691 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail198,401 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both side rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryEML illuminated
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front tyres wearing on edges

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Engine covers fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Under-trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 9 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail198,401 miles (+3,538)5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,401 miles
    Test number
    771658144139
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both side rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEML illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass194,863 miles3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    194,863 miles
    Test number
    971176575004
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on - vehicle pre 01/07/2008
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate partly obscured

  3. Fail194,863 miles (+10,753)2 dangerous6 major3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,863 miles
    Test number
    854307015924
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on - vehicle pre 01/07/2008
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate partly obscured

  4. Pass184,110 miles (+9,869)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    184,110 miles
    Test number
    508699165034
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on vehicle pre 01/07/2008

  5. Pass174,241 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    174,241 miles
    Test number
    942695990733
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges

  6. Fail174,241 miles (+15,914)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,241 miles
    Test number
    243827174088
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges

  7. Pass158,327 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    158,327 miles
    Test number
    559466050149
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Fail158,315 miles (+18,488)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,315 miles
    Test number
    946720641995
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play Both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Pass139,827 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2017
    Odometer
    139,827 miles
    Test number
    167269826869
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn low on outer edges
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Fail139,815 miles (+13,221)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,815 miles
    Test number
    533597048903
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn low on outer edges
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass126,594 miles (+13,799)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    126,594 miles
    Test number
    498627105194
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  12. Pass112,795 miles (+15,233)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    112,795 miles
    Test number
    856790204140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass97,562 miles (+22,584)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    97,562 miles
    Test number
    735318523148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,978 miles (+15,129)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    74,978 miles
    Test number
    516725562054
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail59,849 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,849 miles
    Test number
    725049481004
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

  16. Pass59,849 miles (+1,761)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    59,849 miles
    Test number
    937709781069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,088 miles (+8,397)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    58,088 miles
    Test number
    132111760488
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn and pitted.

  18. Pass49,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    49,691 miles
    Test number
    650789609026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V56 WVV

Does V56 WVV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V56 WVV expired on 4 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V56 WVV?
The MOT on V56 WVV expired on 4 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V56 WVV done?
V56 WVV was recorded at 198,401 miles at its MOT on 18 Apr 2023, an average of 10,421 miles a year.
Has V56 WVV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V56 WVV has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on V56 WVV ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on V56 WVV find?
V56 WVV failed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2023 with 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside front coil spring fractured or broken; nearside rear service brake excessively binding; offside front coil spring fractured or broken, and 12 more.

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