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KN05 YXR

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

58,974 mi
Last recorded58,974 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN05 YXR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 58,974 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 58,258 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2024 57,352 miles
Fail 9 May 2024 57,350 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2023 56,499 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 55,905 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2021 54,210 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2020 50,093 miles

Front disc lipped

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 49,146 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Apr 2019 49,146 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 47,454 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre sidewall damage

Pass 18 Apr 2017 45,684 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 43,914 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 43,914 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 41,857 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 41,857 miles

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

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n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 16 Apr 2014 39,163 miles

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

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge and sidewall damage

Pass 16 Apr 2014 39,163 miles

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n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge and sidewall damage

Pass 13 Apr 2013 37,221 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 35,254 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 32,598 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 32,598 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Apr 2010 30,407 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 28,050 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 21 Apr 2009 27,973 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 24,165 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2008 24,165 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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KN05 YXR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KN05 YXR, 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 KN05 YXR registered?

KN05 YXR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is KN05 YXR safe to buy?

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