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T4 RAT

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

23,747 mi
Last recorded23,747 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT4 RAT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 23,747 miles
Fail 18 May 2026 23,747 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 23,286 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2025 23,260 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 22,783 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 20,742 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 18,423 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 17,211 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 16,846 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Mar 2019 16,839 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2017 16,668 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 16,417 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 16,270 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 15,381 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 14,084 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 14,073 miles

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 11,407 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 7,778 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 5,558 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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T4 RAT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 T4 RAT, 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 T4 RAT registered?

T4 RAT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 9 July 2005.

Is T4 RAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T4 RAT shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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