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72 RK

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

16,426 mi
Last recorded16,426 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration72 RK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 16,426 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 15,647 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 15,619 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 15,447 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 15,302 miles

Offside rear tyre is under inflated

Pass 28 Sep 2016 15,023 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 14,922 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 14,922 miles

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

both front tyres have sidewall/impact damage

Pass 7 Aug 2014 14,227 miles

front brake application slightly uneven

sidewall damage/kerb damage on both front tyres

Pass 9 Sep 2013 13,872 miles

both front tyre have cuts in the sidewalls/kerbing damage

handbrake noisey/grinding when applied

Pass 16 Aug 2012 13,669 miles

Cut in offside front tyre sidewall

Pass 29 Jul 2011 13,303 miles

nearside front tyre cut in sidewall not exposing cords

nearside rear backplate damaged

offside front tyre cut in sidewall but no cords exposed

Fail 29 Jul 2011 13,303 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

nearside front tyre cut in sidewall not exposing cords

nearside rear backplate damaged

offside front tyre cut in sidewall but no cords exposed

Pass 10 Aug 2010 12,557 miles

offside front tyre has a cut on outer sidewall not exposing ply or cords

Pass 18 Jul 2009 11,067 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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72 RK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 72 RK, 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 72 RK registered?

72 RK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 25 October 2005.

Is 72 RK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 72 RK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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