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HJ05 YCD

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

95,337 mi
Last recorded95,337 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ05 YCD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 95,337 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 91,023 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 84,926 miles

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

all tyres worn edges

Pass 19 Dec 2022 80,487 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 75,802 miles

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

Fail 23 Dec 2021 75,802 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 71,306 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2019 71,243 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 10 May 2019 71,243 miles

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Feb 2018 69,520 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 67,852 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 63,271 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 57,265 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2015 57,196 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 50,714 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 50,714 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 45,119 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2012 38,531 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 35,010 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 32,769 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 28,010 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 21,486 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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HJ05 YCD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 HJ05 YCD, 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 HJ05 YCD registered?

HJ05 YCD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 19 March 2005.

Is HJ05 YCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ05 YCD shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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