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VF05 ABZ

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

54,784 mi
Last recorded54,784 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF05 ABZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2019 54,784 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 51,781 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 51,663 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 May 2017 47,835 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

both rear tyres cracks on inner tread pattern ///

Pass 7 Jun 2016 43,482 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

both rear tyres cracks in tread pattern ///

Pass 13 Jun 2014 34,243 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 29,342 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 May 2012 23,888 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 18,347 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 15,794 miles

front pads low

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 26 Aug 2009 12,407 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 9,060 miles

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

Offside 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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VF05 ABZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VF05 ABZ, 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 VF05 ABZ registered?

VF05 ABZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 3 August 2005.

Is VF05 ABZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF05 ABZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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