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KW05 CHV

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 3495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

87,045 mi
Last recorded87,045 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW05 CHV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 87,045 miles

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

Undertray

Pass 19 Jun 2024 86,750 miles

Undertray fitted

Pass 25 May 2023 85,829 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2022 83,192 miles

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

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2021 81,295 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2020 80,304 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 77,955 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 74,251 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 68,360 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 62,528 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 58,317 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 53,629 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 53,629 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 47,907 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)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 43,208 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 42,575 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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KW05 CHV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 3,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KW05 CHV, 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 KW05 CHV registered?

KW05 CHV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 9 August 2005.

Is KW05 CHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW05 CHV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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