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BV05 XUY

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

64,151 mi
Last recorded64,151 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 XUY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 64,151 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2025 64,151 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 61,920 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 58,025 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2023 58,016 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 55,968 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 54,891 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 54,647 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 54,096 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 53,667 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 52,742 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 51,188 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 48,545 miles

Oil leak

Fail 9 Mar 2011 4,854 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

Pass 9 Mar 2010 44,403 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 41,207 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 37,681 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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BV05 XUY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BV05 XUY, 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 BV05 XUY registered?

BV05 XUY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is BV05 XUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV05 XUY shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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