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KJ55 CHL

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

89,859 mi
Last recorded89,859 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ55 CHL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 89,859 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective ns and os (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsf NOTE marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

access to underside of vehicle

Pass 8 Sep 2025 76,951 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective all (4.1.1 (b) (i))

access to underside of vehicle limited

Pass 19 Jul 2024 58,348 miles

access to underside very limited

Pass 16 Aug 2023 42,255 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 41,529 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both Sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 65,456 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2021 65,456 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 63,435 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 37,437 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2019 37,437 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 58,269 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/S/F tyre has cuts on the outer sidewall

Pass 3 Nov 2017 56,772 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Nov 2017 56,765 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Oct 2016 33,420 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Nov 2015 32,234 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 31,557 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 25 Oct 2013 29,564 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Outer Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 25 Oct 2013 29,564 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 23 Oct 2012 28,000 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 26,189 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 23,081 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 19,034 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2008 13,728 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)

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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KJ55 CHL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 KJ55 CHL, 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 KJ55 CHL registered?

KJ55 CHL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is KJ55 CHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ55 CHL shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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