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DK05 VJV

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

145,856 mi
Last recorded145,856 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 VJV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2023 145,856 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 141,480 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 136,772 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 132,591 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 126,342 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 120,988 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 115,894 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 105,682 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 95,158 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 83,706 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 3 May 2013 72,816 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 72,816 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2012 65,121 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 56,156 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 56,041 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 49,584 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2008 37,228 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 37,228 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 VJV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VJV, 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 VJV registered?

DK05 VJV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is DK05 VJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK05 VJV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DK05 VJV have outstanding finance?

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