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LK05 HXW

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

32,996 mi
Last recorded32,996 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 HXW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 32,996 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2026 32,996 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2025 32,179 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2024 31,257 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm Scuffed sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 30,420 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 28,304 miles

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Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 26,971 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 26,532 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 26,329 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2018 26,329 miles

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 26,141 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 25,788 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 1 Nov 2016 25,788 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 25,661 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 25,152 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 22,593 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2012 20,312 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2011 18,181 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 18,181 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 15,245 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2009 13,258 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 10,934 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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LK05 HXW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LK05 HXW, 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 LK05 HXW registered?

LK05 HXW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 June 2005.

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The MOT history for LK05 HXW shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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