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M80 BJB

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,368 mi
Last recorded85,368 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM80 BJB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 85,368 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 82,582 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2024 82,582 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 79,501 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 76,860 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 72,827 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 71,546 miles

Centre exhaust clamp cracked

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Surface corrosion on front brakes

Surface corrosion on rear brakes

Fail 17 Nov 2020 71,540 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Centre exhaust clamp cracked

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer shoulder cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Surface corrosion on front brakes

Surface corrosion on rear brakes

Pass 17 Oct 2019 70,672 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2018 69,694 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2018 69,686 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 68,711 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 67,646 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 13 Oct 2016 67,646 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 66,477 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 63,913 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Oct 2013 62,434 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 62,434 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2012 53,259 miles

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

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

n/side front tyre cuts on outer wall

o/side front tyre wearing on edges & crackes on tread

Pass 14 Oct 2011 42,861 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2011 42,861 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2010 41,225 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 34,756 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 32,324 miles

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

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

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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M80 BJB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel 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 M80 BJB, 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 M80 BJB registered?

M80 BJB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 19 October 2005.

Is M80 BJB safe to buy?

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