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S1 SOX

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

60,127 mi
Last recorded60,127 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS1 SOX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 60,127 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 59,268 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 58,563 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 58,458 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 58,246 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 58,244 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 56,971 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 54,985 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 53,180 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 51,885 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 51,800 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 51,800 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 51,137 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 81,380 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside front tyre shows signs of perishing

Nearside rear tyre shows signs of perishing

Offside front tyre shows signs of perishing

Offside rear tyre shows signs of perishing

Park brake lever doesnt return fully when released

Pass 20 Feb 2013 80,302 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2012 47,998 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Water pump play in pulley

Pass 22 Feb 2011 43,755 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 37,526 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 29,973 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 22,427 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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S1 SOX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 S1 SOX, 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 S1 SOX?

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What year was S1 SOX registered?

S1 SOX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is S1 SOX safe to buy?

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