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AE55 XRK

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

115,313 mi
Last recorded115,313 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 XRK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2022 115,313 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 114,947 miles

Under-trays fitted

Pass 12 Jul 2019 103,883 miles

Both front tyres worn on outer edges

Under-trays fitted

Pass 3 Jul 2018 96,668 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 94,046 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2017 94,046 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2016 89,851 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 89,850 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 78,880 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2015 78,875 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 May 2014 70,516 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 63,705 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 55,822 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 49,048 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 40,631 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2008 31,659 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.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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AE55 XRK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AE55 XRK, 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 AE55 XRK registered?

AE55 XRK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 20 October 2005.

Is AE55 XRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE55 XRK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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