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NJ05 RXG

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

91,353 mi
Last recorded91,353 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ05 RXG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 91,353 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 84,583 miles
Fail 14 May 2025 83,615 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2024 78,292 miles
Fail 25 May 2024 78,292 miles

Offside 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 25 Oct 2023 78,086 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 77,605 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 77,126 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 76,874 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 76,494 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 76,065 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 75,608 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 74,340 miles

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

n/s/r exhaust bracket broke system is secure

Pass 19 Nov 2015 69,323 miles

Brake pad wear visit workshop message displayed

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 62,893 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 60,980 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 59,241 miles

EM light on

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 22 Nov 2011 57,002 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 56,123 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 51,927 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 44,301 miles

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 35,368 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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NJ05 RXG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 NJ05 RXG, 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

How do I check the history of NJ05 RXG?

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What year was NJ05 RXG registered?

NJ05 RXG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is NJ05 RXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ05 RXG shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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