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RV05 NUC

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

105,194 mi
Last recorded105,194 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 NUC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2019 105,194 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 99,242 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 95,608 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 95,608 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2016 90,266 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 4 May 2016 90,266 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 30 Apr 2015 85,049 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 79,216 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 79,166 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2013 72,609 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 May 2013 72,606 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2012 66,592 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 60,819 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 60,816 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2010 54,615 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 May 2009 46,633 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 34,287 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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RV05 NUC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 RV05 NUC, 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 RV05 NUC?

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What year was RV05 NUC registered?

RV05 NUC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is RV05 NUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV05 NUC shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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