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LN05 PDV

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

109,919 mi
Last recorded109,919 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN05 PDV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 109,919 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 100,837 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 93,101 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 84,134 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 77,401 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2022 77,251 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 72,504 miles

Child seat fitted to N/S/R

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

Slight oil leak under vehicle.

Unable to see rear brake pads.

Fail 18 Jan 2021 72,498 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Side wall. 245/40/r17-91w (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Side wall. 245/40/r17-91w (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted to N/S/R

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

Slight oil leak under vehicle.

Unable to see rear brake pads.

Pass 29 Jan 2020 70,224 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 66,726 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

stonechip to windscreen o/s

Pass 23 Aug 2017 63,269 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 60,280 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 53,359 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)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 44,036 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 43,999 miles

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

damage to high level brake light

o/s/f seatbelt frayed

Pass 21 Aug 2013 35,937 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 33,169 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 29,959 miles

both front brake discs starting to corrod on inner face

Pass 23 Aug 2010 28,198 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 24,909 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 21,652 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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LN05 PDV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LN05 PDV, 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 LN05 PDV registered?

LN05 PDV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 17 May 2005.

Is LN05 PDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN05 PDV shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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