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BU05 XPC

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,680 mi
Last recorded43,680 miles
Recorded on3 May 2011
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 XPC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2011 43,680 miles

both rear tyres wearing on shoulders

Pass 10 Mar 2010 34,095 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all four tyres wearing on shoulders

Pass 27 Feb 2009 25,230 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

small tears in sidewalls of o/s front and o/s rear tyres

Pass 12 Mar 2008 14,431 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 14,431 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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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BU05 XPC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BU05 XPC, 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

How do I check the history of BU05 XPC?

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What year was BU05 XPC registered?

BU05 XPC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 21 March 2005.

Is BU05 XPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 XPC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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