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HLJ 400

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

65,512 mi
Last recorded65,512 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLJ 400
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 65,512 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 63,795 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 61,103 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 57,578 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 55,768 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 54,774 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 54,054 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2020 54,054 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 53,234 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 52,254 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 50,941 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 49,907 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 48,910 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2015 48,909 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

EML shows a fault

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Dec 2013 46,023 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 40,037 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 31,260 miles

UNABLE TO FULLY CHECK SUSPENSION,BRAKE PIVOT AND FUEL LINES DUE TO COVERS FITTED.

Pass 20 Jul 2010 27,220 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

unable to fully brakes,fuel,suspension and steering system owing to covers fitted

Fail 20 Jul 2010 21,220 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

unable to fully brakes,fuel,suspension and steering system owing to covers fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2009 22,413 miles

unable to test all brake/suspension/steering com ponents due to fitted covers

Pass 28 Jul 2008 17,592 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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HLJ 400 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HLJ 400, 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 HLJ 400?

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What year was HLJ 400 registered?

HLJ 400 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 28 July 2005.

Is HLJ 400 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLJ 400 shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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