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RV05 NVC

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

111,968 mi
Last recorded111,968 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 NVC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 111,968 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Oct 2025 111,415 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 109,680 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2023 107,817 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH REAR (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

EXHAUST IN POOR CONDITION

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2023 107,817 miles

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

Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH REAR (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

EXHAUST IN POOR CONDITION

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 105,238 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 103,028 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 100,126 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 96,045 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 91,157 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 86,453 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 82,521 miles

windscreen cracked out of drivers vision

Pass 11 Sep 2015 78,765 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 78,765 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 76,453 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 74,998 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 74,395 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 69,517 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 63,733 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 62,692 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 55,127 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

sill covers and undertrays fitted

windscreen chipped

Pass 3 Mar 2009 55,127 miles

sill covers and undertrays fitted

windscreen chipped

Pass 3 Mar 2008 38,716 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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RV05 NVC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 RV05 NVC, 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 NVC?

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What year was RV05 NVC registered?

RV05 NVC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is RV05 NVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV05 NVC shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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