CarVerify

Free Car Check

KV55 OXU

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 3495cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

46,445 mi
Last recorded46,445 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV55 OXU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,495cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2015 46,445 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a cut in sidewall no cords seen at time of test

beam deflectors fitted to both headlamps

exhaust hangers on exhaust corroded and metal remaining thin

Fail 27 Aug 2015 46,445 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a cut in sidewall no cords seen at time of test

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

beam deflectors fitted to both headlamps

exhaust hangers on exhaust corroded and metal remaining thin

Pass 18 Aug 2014 71,483 miles

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)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 67,333 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 10 Sep 2012 62,061 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

beam deflectors fitted to headlamps\front brake pads and discs wearing

Pass 10 Sep 2012 62,061 miles

beam deflectors fitted to headlamps\front brake pads and discs wearing

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
Full Mercedes-benz Clk reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KV55 OXU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 3,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 KV55 OXU, 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 KV55 OXU?

You can check the full history of KV55 OXU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KV55 OXU registered?

KV55 OXU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 19 September 2005.

Is KV55 OXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV55 OXU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KV55 OXU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KV55 OXU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.