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DK05 VLB

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 3495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,702 mi
Last recorded116,702 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 VLB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2017 116,702 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 112,636 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 112,636 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 100,648 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 90,791 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 7 Dec 2012 81,478 miles

EML on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Dec 2012 81,478 miles

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

EML on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Nov 2011 73,215 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 56,911 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 56,814 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

front discs worn

Pass 2 Sep 2009 41,663 miles

n/s/f tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 16 Sep 2008 31,919 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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 VLB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 3,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VLB, 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 VLB registered?

DK05 VLB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is DK05 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK05 VLB shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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