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BJ05 XTH

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

93,143 mi
Last recorded93,143 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 XTH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2022 93,143 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 4 Feb 2022 93,072 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 86,967 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 1 Feb 2021 86,947 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2020 83,563 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged Both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 78,573 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 29 Jan 2019 78,572 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn n/s/f and o/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Inner slight wear to tyre

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

Pass 31 Jan 2018 73,418 miles

Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

engine light on

Pass 13 Jan 2017 69,391 miles

both front brake reaction rod bushes splitting

Pass 2 Feb 2016 62,555 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 58,041 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 52,796 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 67,549 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 48,297 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 44,818 miles

all four front suspension bushes worn/spliting

Fail 28 May 2011 44,818 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

all four front suspension bushes worn/spliting

Pass 18 May 2010 40,818 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2009 35,215 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 26,869 miles

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

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

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

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

the nearside front tyre is ON the limit !!!!!

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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BJ05 XTH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BJ05 XTH, 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 BJ05 XTH registered?

BJ05 XTH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is BJ05 XTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ05 XTH shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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