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AE05 ZBD

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

56,848 mi
Last recorded56,848 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 ZBD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 56,848 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 55,175 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 55,059 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 51,449 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 51,183 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 51,128 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 51,040 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 47,152 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 43,157 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 43,157 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake disc wearing thin

Pass 26 May 2010 37,669 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 29,224 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 25,182 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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AE05 ZBD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AE05 ZBD, 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 AE05 ZBD registered?

AE05 ZBD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is AE05 ZBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 ZBD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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