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CGJ 5

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

77,002 mi
Last recorded77,002 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCGJ 5
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 77,002 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 75,440 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 17 Oct 2024 75,422 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 73,699 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2023 73,645 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 71,359 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 68,985 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 67,178 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 64,781 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 60,074 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 54,827 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2017 54,795 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 50,377 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 45,703 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 41,332 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 36,172 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 33,027 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 28,533 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 23,242 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 19,430 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 17,236 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 12,999 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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CGJ 5 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 CGJ 5, 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 CGJ 5 registered?

CGJ 5 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is CGJ 5 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CGJ 5 shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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