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KU05 TKT

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2025
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

90,729 mi
Last recorded90,729 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2024 90,729 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2023 87,020 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 24 Nov 2022 80,712 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 76,813 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 74,733 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 72,328 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 68,886 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

nearside rear tyre outersidewall is slightly deteriorated

undertray and engine covers are fitted to vehicle

Fail 26 Nov 2018 68,886 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

nearside rear tyre outersidewall is slightly deteriorated

undertray and engine covers are fitted to vehicle

Pass 24 Nov 2017 65,206 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2017 65,198 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 60,467 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 59,164 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 57,513 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2014 57,513 miles

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 55,080 miles

Center exhaust bracket corroded through

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 25 Nov 2013 55,080 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Center exhaust bracket corroded through

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 12 Nov 2012 52,161 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 18 Nov 2011 49,144 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 49,144 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 45,573 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 45,573 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 41,838 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 41,724 miles

Rear Upper Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 41,724 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 39,618 miles

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

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

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 TKT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 KU05 TKT, 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 KU05 TKT?

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What year was KU05 TKT registered?

KU05 TKT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 17 May 2005.

Is KU05 TKT safe to buy?

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