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GU05 ATV

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

134,742 mi
Last recorded134,742 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 ATV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2019 134,742 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 134,728 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 132,479 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 129,916 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 125,312 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2014 123,843 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 121,997 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Jun 2013 121,950 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 117,680 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

brake wear indicator on dash

Fail 30 Jun 2011 110,056 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 110,056 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 103,870 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 103,870 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2009 98,927 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 85,680 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 85,680 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)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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GU05 ATV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GU05 ATV, 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 GU05 ATV registered?

GU05 ATV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 9 July 2005.

Is GU05 ATV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU05 ATV shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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