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EN05 MKV

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 3495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

171,366 mi
Last recorded171,366 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN05 MKV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2019 171,366 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Jan 2019 171,312 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 162,787 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rears (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2017 154,738 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 146,061 miles

both front springs broken at bottom

Fail 1 Feb 2016 146,061 miles

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

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

both front springs broken at bottom

Pass 12 Aug 2014 134,352 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 122,941 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 122,941 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 111,599 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 97,576 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 83,462 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 68,933 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 52,696 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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EN05 MKV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 3,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EN05 MKV, 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 EN05 MKV registered?

EN05 MKV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 28 July 2005.

Is EN05 MKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN05 MKV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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