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LX05 ZHD

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2023
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

115,854 mi
Last recorded115,854 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2022 115,854 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front exhaust mounting bracket broken

Pass 3 Jun 2021 112,120 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 3 Jun 2021 112,120 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 18 May 2020 109,306 miles

Both headlamps pattern slightly fuzzy

Pass 29 May 2019 106,014 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 102,957 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 102,953 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 100,283 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2017 100,283 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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

Pass 27 May 2016 96,309 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 92,132 miles

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

both front tyres are wearing on edges

n/s/f tyre is perishing on outer wall

Pass 23 Jul 2014 88,525 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 88,525 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 18 Jul 2013 77,845 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 77,165 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2012 65,523 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 58,819 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 52,010 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2010 52,010 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 May 2009 43,771 miles

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

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

slight damage to nearside rear outer tyre wall, not exposing cords

Fail 6 Jun 2008 36,526 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2008 36,526 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 ZHD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZHD, 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 ZHD registered?

LX05 ZHD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 29 April 2005.

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