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KR55 BJU

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

81,373 mi
Last recorded81,373 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR55 BJU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 81,373 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 79,757 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 77,483 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 72,859 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 69,054 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2021 66,997 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2021 66,995 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords In sidewall 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 63,229 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 62,252 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 60,364 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2017 58,043 miles

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

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

engine cover and tray obscuring underside of components

Pass 14 Mar 2016 56,221 miles

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

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

Side Wall Damage - N/S/R

Fail 16 Mar 2015 54,058 miles

Centre Exhaust Bracket Broken

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

Nearside Front Tyre Worn On Outer Edge

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2015 54,058 miles

Centre Exhaust Bracket Broken

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

Nearside Front Tyre Worn On Outer Edge

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

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 50,896 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 44,018 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 39,215 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 33,339 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 28,313 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 22,249 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 22,249 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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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KR55 BJU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 KR55 BJU, 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 KR55 BJU registered?

KR55 BJU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 24 November 2005.

Is KR55 BJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR55 BJU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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