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SEA 788R

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

164,018 mi
Last recorded164,018 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEA 788R
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 164,018 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 159,610 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 151,685 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 143,034 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 132,818 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 123,172 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 121,611 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2020 121,611 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 117,108 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 111,025 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 111,025 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 104,611 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 94,489 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 82,198 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 70,474 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jul 2013 66,503 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

OSF Tyre wearing on outside edge.

Offside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jul 2012 62,516 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

N/s/f tyre is worn on the outer edge

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

O/s/f tyre is bold on the outer edge

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under covers fitted obscuring some parts of the brake pipes

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jul 2011 57,731 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 48,852 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 37,024 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 27,473 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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SEA 788R is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 SEA 788R, 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 SEA 788R registered?

SEA 788R is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is SEA 788R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SEA 788R shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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