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LX05 ATO

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

93,030 mi
Last recorded93,030 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 ATO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2026 93,030 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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))

Pass 22 Sep 2025 86,777 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 84,927 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 83,666 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play steel arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2022 82,109 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 79,199 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2021 79,199 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2020 70,495 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 63,686 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2019 63,686 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 58,657 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 18 May 2018 58,556 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 45,164 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 43,966 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Lower coil spring corroded cracked (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Lower coil spring corroded cracked (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 3 May 2016 43,966 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Lower coil spring corroded cracked (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Lower coil spring corroded cracked (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 1 May 2015 42,296 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 39,829 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 May 2013 36,725 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 May 2012 34,659 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 33,096 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 33,096 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside front tyre is deteriorated

Pass 6 May 2010 30,844 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 29,237 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 26,514 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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LX05 ATO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 LX05 ATO, 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 LX05 ATO registered?

LX05 ATO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 10 May 2005.

Is LX05 ATO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX05 ATO shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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