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MW55 LXX

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

88,511 mi
Last recorded88,511 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW55 LXX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 88,511 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 20 Sep 2025 88,509 miles

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 23 Aug 2025 88,377 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

engine under tray oil coated

Pass 21 Sep 2024 86,410 miles

engine under tray offside area oily

Pass 18 Nov 2023 83,852 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

engine cover fitted

Pass 2 Nov 2022 78,659 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2022 78,656 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 71,448 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 70,503 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2021 70,503 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 67,782 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 67,782 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Mar 2019 60,261 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 60,259 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Mar 2018 51,544 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 42,930 miles

eml on

n/s/f tyre has side wall damage

Fail 28 Mar 2017 42,930 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

eml on

n/s/f tyre has side wall damage

Pass 8 Feb 2016 36,146 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 28,529 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 11 Mar 2015 28,503 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 12 Aug 2013 16,839 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 14,464 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 12,393 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 10,077 miles

rear brake discs severely pitted/corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2009 7,992 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 6,287 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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MW55 LXX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 MW55 LXX, 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 MW55 LXX registered?

MW55 LXX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 8 November 2005.

Is MW55 LXX safe to buy?

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