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LM05 FUV

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

116,032 mi
Last recorded116,032 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 FUV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 116,032 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 113,979 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 111,993 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 109,712 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2022 109,698 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 106,289 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 102,385 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 96,353 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 90,107 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 84,683 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 77,991 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 70,657 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 63,693 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 56,390 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 56,360 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 49,107 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 37,984 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 28,540 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 17,405 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 9,229 miles

All four tyres have side wall damage but not down to cords (Kerb damage)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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LM05 FUV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LM05 FUV, 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 LM05 FUV registered?

LM05 FUV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is LM05 FUV safe to buy?

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