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VU05 AHK

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

86,221 mi
Last recorded86,221 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 AHK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2026 86,221 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2025 85,564 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 84,600 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 83,008 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 78,823 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 78,823 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 73,119 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 69,034 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))

Fail 3 Sep 2018 69,012 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 5 Sep 2016 63,297 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 55,978 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 52,721 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 49,358 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 41,948 miles

Parking brake adjustment required

Pass 14 Feb 2011 34,840 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 28,448 miles

Uneven tyre wear on nearside front tyre

Pass 17 Feb 2009 21,361 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 21,361 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 15,612 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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VU05 AHK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VU05 AHK, 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 VU05 AHK registered?

VU05 AHK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is VU05 AHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 AHK shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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