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GF05 XLR

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

43,236 mi
Last recorded43,236 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 XLR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 43,236 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2016 123,291 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 119,362 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 110,985 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 109,874 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 109,069 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013 109,069 miles

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 8 Jun 2012 99,214 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 99,214 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 9 May 2011 90,645 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 82,876 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 73,915 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 67,784 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 67,751 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 66,517 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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GF05 XLR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GF05 XLR, 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.

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What year was GF05 XLR registered?

GF05 XLR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 16 May 2005.

Is GF05 XLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 XLR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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