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AR05 DVF

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

226,785 mi
Last recorded226,785 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR05 DVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2019 226,785 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 226,779 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 198,999 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2018 198,991 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2017 173,420 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2017 173,410 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front All position lamps not working sidelight (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 156,500 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 156,493 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 135,010 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 113,975 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Aug 2013 91,400 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 67,033 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2012 67,033 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 41,851 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 19 Jul 2010 23,529 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 13,529 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 11,794 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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AR05 DVF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 AR05 DVF, 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 AR05 DVF registered?

AR05 DVF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 8 August 2005.

Is AR05 DVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR05 DVF shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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