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KU05 CXH

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

70,462 mi
Last recorded70,462 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU05 CXH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 70,462 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded and scratched (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded and scratched (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2025 66,070 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2025 66,068 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2024 60,850 miles

both lower front, front arm bushes worn

Pass 9 Feb 2023 56,532 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission pan (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Undertray present (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 50,458 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2021 48,339 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 47,264 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 44,918 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 42,410 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 39,340 miles

Nearside Front Outer deep cut in tyres wall

Fail 24 Feb 2017 39,340 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer deep cut in tyres wall

Pass 26 Feb 2016 36,199 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 33,991 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nail in n/s/f tyre inner edge

Pass 28 Feb 2014 32,274 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cut on n/s/r tyre outer wall

Fail 28 Feb 2014 32,274 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cut on n/s/r tyre outer wall

Pass 22 Mar 2013 31,319 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 29,827 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 29,827 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 26,835 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 23,090 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2009 20,932 miles

large covers fitted to top engine also front/centre and sides under vehicle

Pass 27 Feb 2008 16,637 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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KU05 CXH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol 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 KU05 CXH, 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 KU05 CXH registered?

KU05 CXH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is KU05 CXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU05 CXH 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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