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WU05 XTW

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

137,101 mi
Last recorded137,101 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU05 XTW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2020 137,101 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 132,540 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 125,994 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2018 125,994 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 May 2017 118,926 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 110,295 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 79,222 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 76,643 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 73,082 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 May 2012 69,257 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 69,257 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 May 2011 67,140 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 63,471 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 63,471 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

surface cuts in offside front and nearside rear tyre walls.

Pass 16 Mar 2009 56,901 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 49,710 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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WU05 XTW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 WU05 XTW, 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

How do I check the history of WU05 XTW?

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What year was WU05 XTW registered?

WU05 XTW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is WU05 XTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU05 XTW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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