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LR05 VRO

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

122,233 mi
Last recorded122,233 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR05 VRO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 122,233 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 117,299 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

parking brake near end of reserve travel

Pass 2 Mar 2021 117,099 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 117,028 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 116,210 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2017 115,742 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 114,490 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 107,318 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 97,128 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 89,337 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 84,987 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 81,057 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 74,610 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 8 May 2010 74,610 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2009 66,388 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2008 55,060 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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LR05 VRO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LR05 VRO, 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 LR05 VRO registered?

LR05 VRO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 18 April 2005.

Is LR05 VRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR05 VRO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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