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DK05 VGL

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

160,104 mi
Last recorded160,104 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 VGL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2017 160,104 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 153,460 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 153,460 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 145,748 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 135,363 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 135,363 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 128,024 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 113,804 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 105,569 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 99,718 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 94,046 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 83,744 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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DK05 VGL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DK05 VGL, 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 DK05 VGL registered?

DK05 VGL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is DK05 VGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK05 VGL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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