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KP51 CLK

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 3495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2025
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

148,905 mi
Last recorded148,905 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP51 CLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2024 148,905 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 148,808 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2022 147,849 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 9 Jun 2021 147,590 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 147,068 miles
Fail 18 May 2020 147,068 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019 144,287 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2019 144,287 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2017 141,167 miles

Engine cover and under tray fitted obscuring some components.

Engine management light on.

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

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

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

Fail 16 Oct 2017 141,166 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Engine cover and under tray fitted obscuring some components.

Engine management light on.

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

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

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

Fail 4 Oct 2017 141,146 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 135,297 miles

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

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

engine management light on

Fail 20 Sep 2016 135,275 miles

Stop lamp not working high level (1.2.1b)

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

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

engine management light on

Pass 29 Sep 2015 130,516 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 130,516 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 126,418 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 121,031 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 111,837 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2012 111,837 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jul 2011 102,539 miles

SRS malfunction indicated

vehicle under covers fitted, unable to view front to rear brake pipes

Fail 6 Jul 2011 102,531 miles

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

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

Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

SRS malfunction indicated

engine managemant lamp illuminated

vehicle under covers fitted, unable to view front to rear brake pipes

Pass 22 Apr 2010 89,993 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 74,650 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 74,650 miles

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

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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KP51 CLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 3,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KP51 CLK, 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

How do I check the history of KP51 CLK?

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What year was KP51 CLK registered?

KP51 CLK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 15 December 2005.

Is KP51 CLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP51 CLK shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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