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CX05 FBU

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

114,646 mi
Last recorded114,646 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX05 FBU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2025 114,646 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 108,820 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))

Fail 20 Dec 2023 108,820 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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 24 Dec 2022 106,752 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2022 106,752 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 102,538 miles

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

Under tray fitted

Pass 3 Dec 2020 96,952 miles

Under tray fitted

Pass 12 Jun 2019 87,691 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 81,780 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 81,767 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2017 76,502 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 71,817 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 64,498 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 58,350 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 55,956 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 50,071 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 43,738 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 39,041 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 31,745 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 25,940 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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CX05 FBU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 CX05 FBU, 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 CX05 FBU registered?

CX05 FBU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 20 April 2005.

Is CX05 FBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX05 FBU shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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