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HK05 PDO

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

50,369 mi
Last recorded50,369 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK05 PDO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 50,369 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 44,736 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2024 39,082 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 38,208 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 34,992 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 34,524 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2018 33,788 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 32,587 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 31,321 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 30,268 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 29,049 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 26,741 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 26,741 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 24,135 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 22,716 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 19,362 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 16,468 miles

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

Nearside front tyre has cuts in sidewall

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

Fail 26 Jun 2008 12,788 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 12,788 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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HK05 PDO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 HK05 PDO, 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

How do I check the history of HK05 PDO?

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What year was HK05 PDO registered?

HK05 PDO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is HK05 PDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK05 PDO shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HK05 PDO have outstanding finance?

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