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GV05 XYT

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 XYT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026
Pass 1 Apr 2025

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 1 Apr 2025

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2023
Fail 7 Nov 2023

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Oct 2022 79,119 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2021 68,859 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 64,786 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2020 64,781 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2019 61,645 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2018 57,822 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

under trays restricting views

Fail 26 Nov 2018 57,822 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

under trays restricting views

Pass 29 Nov 2017 54,133 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2016 48,807 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Both rear tyres 1.6MM recommend replacing

Pass 1 Dec 2015 43,999 miles

Offside Rear coil spring worn coil spring noiesy in opperation ie clonking sound (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides inner treads (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 38,016 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2013 35,416 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 32,529 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 28,133 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 24,766 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 21,583 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 16,638 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2008 16,638 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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GV05 XYT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 GV05 XYT, 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 GV05 XYT registered?

GV05 XYT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 13 June 2005.

Is GV05 XYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV05 XYT shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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