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LR05 DYT

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

72,618 mi
Last recorded72,618 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR05 DYT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 72,618 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 65,258 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 59,171 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2023 59,166 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2022 55,374 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 54,965 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2021 54,963 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2020 54,355 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2020 54,350 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 51,615 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 50,832 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 49,677 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 48,697 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 48,697 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 May 2015 47,303 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 47,303 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 May 2014 44,985 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 43,544 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 41,865 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 40,027 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2010 38,695 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 36,830 miles

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)

tyres worn on inner edges.Avise to check steering geometry

Pass 29 May 2008 35,109 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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LR05 DYT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver 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 LR05 DYT, 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 LR05 DYT?

You can check the full history of LR05 DYT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LR05 DYT registered?

LR05 DYT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 14 April 2005.

Is LR05 DYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR05 DYT 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.

Does LR05 DYT have outstanding finance?

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