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PN05 DXG

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

84,523 mi
Last recorded84,523 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN05 DXG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 84,523 miles

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 79,120 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 78,146 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Jan 2023 77,445 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Jan 2022 76,903 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2022 76,903 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2021 75,905 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2020 75,040 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 73,542 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 71,985 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Jan 2018 71,985 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 70,762 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 69,560 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2016 69,560 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 68,132 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 62,360 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 55,857 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 48,568 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)

Pass 20 Dec 2010 41,179 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 34,022 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 25,651 miles

Nearside 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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PN05 DXG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PN05 DXG, 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 PN05 DXG registered?

PN05 DXG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is PN05 DXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN05 DXG shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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