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OV05 NXU

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

119,777 mi
Last recorded119,777 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV05 NXU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 119,777 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2025 119,777 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 117,098 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 115,148 miles

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

engine oil leak

Pass 13 Oct 2022 107,483 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2022 107,483 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 103,370 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 96,215 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 96,215 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2019 84,126 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 78,357 miles

engine bay covers and under trays fitted covering some brake/steering and suspension parts.

Pass 22 Jun 2016 65,785 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 May 2015 64,024 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 61,729 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 59,093 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 52,728 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 May 2011 43,083 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 28,949 miles

n/s/f tyre worn edges

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Pass 11 May 2009 24,740 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 24,740 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2008 16,491 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 16,491 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front 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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OV05 NXU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 OV05 NXU, 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 OV05 NXU?

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What year was OV05 NXU registered?

OV05 NXU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is OV05 NXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV05 NXU shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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