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SA05 NKL

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

66,467 mi
Last recorded66,467 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA05 NKL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2026 66,467 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2025 58,818 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 49,165 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 47,577 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 37,310 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 33,013 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 28,097 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 19,537 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 12,753 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 12,051 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 11,354 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 13 Apr 2016 11,354 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement cross arm bush (2.4.G.2)

engine oil leak

Pass 8 Apr 2015 10,305 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 9,890 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Apr 2013 9,318 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 8,690 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 8,690 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 6,870 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 6,870 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 6,275 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 5,527 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 4,774 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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SA05 NKL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 SA05 NKL, 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 SA05 NKL registered?

SA05 NKL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 21 April 2005.

Is SA05 NKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA05 NKL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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