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A12 JVD

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

89,595 mi
Last recorded89,595 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 JVD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 89,595 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2025 88,378 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 87,225 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 85,622 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2022 83,591 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 82,759 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 82,222 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 81,218 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Caster arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jul 2019 81,212 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Caster arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 79,537 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 75,484 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 67,292 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 67,285 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 61,860 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 51,970 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 45,245 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 37,589 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 32,200 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2010 28,593 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 24,387 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 24,387 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2008 20,890 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 20,890 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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A12 JVD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 A12 JVD, 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.

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What year was A12 JVD registered?

A12 JVD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is A12 JVD safe to buy?

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