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GV55 EDX

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

42,958 mi
Last recorded42,958 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 EDX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 42,958 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 41,440 miles

Offside Front Tyre over ten years old.

Pass 6 Dec 2023 40,723 miles

Offside Front Tyre over 10 years

Pass 23 Nov 2022 39,982 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 39,304 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 38,134 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 37,038 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 36,912 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 35,447 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 35,447 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 34,883 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 34,519 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 34,065 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 34,065 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 33,333 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 32,906 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Oct 2011 32,117 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2010 30,761 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2009 29,472 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 27,679 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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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GV55 EDX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GV55 EDX, 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 GV55 EDX registered?

GV55 EDX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 2 November 2005.

Is GV55 EDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV55 EDX shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GV55 EDX have outstanding finance?

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