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KU55 KGP

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

109,738 mi
Last recorded109,738 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU55 KGP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 109,738 miles

Engine/Gear box noisy

Exhaust system corroded

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Feb 2025 107,811 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Feb 2025 107,775 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 103,707 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed fraying (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre has sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Jan 2024 103,705 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed fraying (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre has sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2023 100,685 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt NSR and OSR ()

Pass 22 Jan 2022 94,979 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 91,262 miles

plastic trims obscuring underside of vehicle & outer sills

Pass 20 Jul 2019 78,098 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 71,449 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 62,148 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 56,710 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 50,304 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 41,652 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 41,652 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 37,332 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 36,877 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 32,924 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 25,267 miles

nearside front tyre has excessive tear but has no cord or ply exposed

Pass 9 May 2009 21,443 miles

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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KU55 KGP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 KU55 KGP, 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 KU55 KGP registered?

KU55 KGP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 16 November 2005.

Is KU55 KGP safe to buy?

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