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EX55 PJO

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

129,656 mi
Last recorded129,656 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 PJO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2025 129,656 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Oct 2023 129,116 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

underbody has slight corrosion

Pass 21 Sep 2022 127,376 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

under body has slight corrosion

Fail 20 Sep 2022 127,376 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

under body has slight corrosion

Pass 17 Sep 2021 125,715 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

under body has slight corrosion

Pass 23 Jul 2020 124,184 miles

rust forming all over lower structure

Fail 23 Jul 2020 124,184 miles

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

rust forming all over lower structure

Pass 12 Jul 2019 123,993 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 123,106 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 122,612 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 114,539 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

rear registration plate has slight damage

Pass 25 Sep 2015 112,774 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres wearing on edges

chip in windscreen

nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 29 Aug 2014 110,233 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 108,584 miles

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

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

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 106,340 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 106,399 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 May 2011 98,976 miles

Engine light on

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 5 May 2011 98,976 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Engine light on

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 87,625 miles

Centre exhaust mount bracket corroded

Engine light on

Front brake disc(s) slightly ridged

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 68,512 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 68,511 miles

Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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EX55 PJO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 EX55 PJO, 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 EX55 PJO registered?

EX55 PJO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 4 November 2005.

Is EX55 PJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 PJO shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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