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KC02 MAX

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

91,441 mi
Last recorded91,441 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC02 MAX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 91,441 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 88,047 miles

Windscreen has a stone chip in the central area.

Fail 17 Jun 2025 88,042 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen has a stone chip in the central area.

Pass 25 Jun 2024 86,218 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2024 86,218 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2023 85,844 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2023 85,844 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 83,482 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 81,022 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 78,832 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 70,796 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 61,523 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Mar 2018 61,523 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2017 58,088 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 58,038 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 54,841 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 54,841 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 52,581 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 50,216 miles

parking brake release sticky

Pass 27 Mar 2013 48,143 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 45,933 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 43,236 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 38,054 miles

wiper blades fitted incorrectly

Pass 3 Apr 2009 33,565 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 30,104 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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KC02 MAX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol 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 KC02 MAX, 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 KC02 MAX registered?

KC02 MAX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 26 October 2005.

Is KC02 MAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC02 MAX shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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