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BU05 ZNP

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

39,506 mi
Last recorded39,506 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 ZNP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 39,506 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2025 39,227 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 38,815 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 38,246 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 38,102 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 37,737 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 36,735 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 34,706 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 34,705 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225 45 17 91w (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm 245 40 17 91y (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2017 32,700 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 31,745 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 30 Apr 2015 30,219 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 25,695 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 22,771 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 21,191 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 19,617 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 17,931 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 16,466 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 15 Jul 2008 12,320 miles

nearside front tyre outer sidewall cut,no cords or ply showing at time of test

slight play to offside of steering rack end

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 ZNP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 ZNP, 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 BU05 ZNP registered?

BU05 ZNP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is BU05 ZNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 ZNP shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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