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KP05 NSJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

138,417 mi
Last recorded138,417 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP05 NSJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 138,417 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2025 132,023 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2024 127,741 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear track control ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 29 Aug 2024 127,741 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear track control ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 123,835 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2022 118,349 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 115,949 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust mid/rear section deteriorated, also front bracket broken off

Pass 5 Aug 2020 115,202 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 114,163 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also front bracket is broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 112,532 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 111,118 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2017 111,117 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure bolt missing (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 109,208 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 109,208 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 107,684 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 107,684 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

front pads low

Pass 22 Aug 2014 102,434 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 Aug 2014 102,183 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 95,428 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 89,076 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 89,076 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 84,788 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 84,780 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 74,581 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2009 61,603 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 51,426 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 51,426 miles

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

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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KP05 NSJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,796cc 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 KP05 NSJ, 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 KP05 NSJ registered?

KP05 NSJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 25 April 2005.

Is KP05 NSJ safe to buy?

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