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KV05 ZHU

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

109,554 mi
Last recorded109,554 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV05 ZHU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 109,554 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 Feb 2026 109,547 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 105,934 miles

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

Offside Headlight broken and repaired and secure

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

Pass 24 Nov 2021 102,891 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2021 102,664 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 98,120 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2020 98,120 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 93,855 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 88,519 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 88,519 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 83,771 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint track control arm (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2016 76,881 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 70,169 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 64,037 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 58,045 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Nov 2013 58,022 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 52,500 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 52,500 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2011 46,763 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 43,682 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 43,682 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

unable to check brakepipes and suspension parts fully due to full length under tray fitted

Pass 11 Feb 2010 40,007 miles

nearside front tyre has a cut in the sidewall not showing cords

nearside rear tyre has a cut in the side wall not showing cords

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Feb 2009 33,396 miles

Offside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

large under trays

nearside rear tyre has dig in outer wall

Pass 25 Feb 2008 26,472 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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KV05 ZHU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KV05 ZHU, 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 KV05 ZHU registered?

KV05 ZHU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is KV05 ZHU safe to buy?

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