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HD05 HHU

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

151,716 mi
Last recorded151,716 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD05 HHU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 151,716 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2025 146,281 miles

Rear subframe undersealed.

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 1 Mar 2024 141,169 miles

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

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

Rear subframe corroded

undertrays fitted

Fail 29 Feb 2024 141,163 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear subframe corroded

undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2023 134,325 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 133,269 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2020 130,202 miles

Both dip beam bulbs providing poor beam image

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Dec 2020 130,202 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.8 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Both dip beam bulbs providing poor beam image

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 123,109 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2019 123,109 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 115,081 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Dec 2018 115,081 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 96,481 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 81,011 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2016 81,011 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 78,904 miles

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)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 74,705 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2014 69,253 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 60,896 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 54,646 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 48,150 miles

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

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)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 42,450 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 34,169 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 34,169 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 26,223 miles

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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HD05 HHU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 HD05 HHU, 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 HD05 HHU registered?

HD05 HHU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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