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LX05 OAB

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2025
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,465 mi
Last recorded92,465 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 OAB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Fail 23 Jun 2025 92,465 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis leg/strut tower (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2024 89,220 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective rusted broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2023 85,910 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg/Strut tower (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2022 83,422 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 80,069 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2021 80,069 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2020 75,912 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 70,900 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 64,654 miles

under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection

Fail 18 Dec 2017 64,653 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

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

rear exhaust mount broken but system still supported

under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection

Pass 7 Dec 2016 60,546 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 55,505 miles

rear brakes slight drag (park brake).

Pass 17 Feb 2015 51,832 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2014 44,783 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 37,840 miles

slight corrosion at n/s/f inner wing / chassis

Pass 6 Jan 2012 27,854 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2010 21,841 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 21,841 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 16,888 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 14,217 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 14,217 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 10,891 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 10,712 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 23 Feb 2008 10,655 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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 OAB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OAB, 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.

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What year was LX05 OAB registered?

LX05 OAB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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