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AD05 LZF

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

71,623 mi
Last recorded71,623 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 LZF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 71,623 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 70,906 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2023 65,885 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 60,852 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Rear (0.1 (b))

Wheel bearing has slight play Both fronts (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip in screen, Zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2022 60,840 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Cut down to cords, inner shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Rear (0.1 (b))

Wheel bearing has slight play Both fronts (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip in screen, Zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 58,127 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 55,304 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 51,548 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 51,535 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 48,361 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 44,249 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 44,249 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 39,910 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 36,924 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 31,556 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 26,340 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2012 22,142 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 20,225 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 17,494 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2009 13,958 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 10,074 miles

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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AD05 LZF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AD05 LZF, 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 AD05 LZF registered?

AD05 LZF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is AD05 LZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 LZF shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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