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JBE 959

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

56,554 mi
Last recorded56,554 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBE 959
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 56,554 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 51,017 miles
Fail 22 May 2025 51,016 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 47,289 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 42,995 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 36,981 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 31,740 miles

Castor arm bush slightly perished

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Castor arm bush slightly perished

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 29,653 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 27,346 miles

Manufactures covers fitted at time of test

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 12 May 2016 27,346 miles

Manufactures covers fitted at time of test

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 13 May 2015 25,151 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2014 22,070 miles

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

n/s/r cut in side wall, not down to cords

Fail 14 May 2014 22,069 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

n/s/r cut in side wall, not down to cords

Pass 9 May 2013 18,998 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 15,794 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2011 13,133 miles

manufactors undertrays fitted

Pass 17 May 2010 11,628 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 9,999 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 8,291 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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JBE 959 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 JBE 959, 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 JBE 959 registered?

JBE 959 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is JBE 959 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBE 959 shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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