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LA05 CWG

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,634 mi
Last recorded39,634 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA05 CWG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2019 39,634 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective both fronts (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 30,300 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 29,426 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2016 28,444 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 27,355 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 25,347 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 25,347 miles

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

nsf tyre has cuts on the sidewall

Pass 14 Oct 2013 23,627 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 21,714 miles

osf tyre has a cut on the sidewall

Fail 16 Oct 2012 21,714 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

osf tyre has a cut on the sidewall

Pass 26 Oct 2011 19,221 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 17,477 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2009 16,421 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 16,421 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 13,380 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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LA05 CWG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LA05 CWG, 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 LA05 CWG registered?

LA05 CWG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 3 August 2005.

Is LA05 CWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA05 CWG shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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