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KX05 YWF

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

38,967 mi
Last recorded38,967 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX05 YWF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 38,967 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 38,931 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 38,423 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 37,780 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 21 Nov 2020 37,241 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2019 36,667 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2019 36,646 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 7 Dec 2018 35,939 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 34,721 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 33,566 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 31,533 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2015 31,528 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 46,745 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2015 46,745 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2013 40,535 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2013 40,535 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 21,088 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 18,697 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 11 Oct 2012 18,697 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 18,331 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 15,948 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 15,948 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 14,280 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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KX05 YWF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 KX05 YWF, 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 KX05 YWF?

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What year was KX05 YWF registered?

KX05 YWF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is KX05 YWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX05 YWF shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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