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AO05 LBK

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

122,924 mi
Last recorded122,924 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 LBK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 122,924 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 May 2019 122,918 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 119,021 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 119,021 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 117,528 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 115,444 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2016 115,444 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2015 110,203 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 101,763 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 94,229 miles

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

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

front n/s and o/s side windows tinted

Pass 1 Feb 2012 86,757 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 75,135 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2009 58,835 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 58,835 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 38,793 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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AO05 LBK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO05 LBK, 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 AO05 LBK registered?

AO05 LBK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is AO05 LBK safe to buy?

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