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X3 DRJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

58,695 mi
Last recorded58,695 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX3 DRJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2026 58,695 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Sep 2025 57,011 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 55,067 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 52,904 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 50,954 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 49,237 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 47,269 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 45,021 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 42,442 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 39,758 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 35,945 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 33,112 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 33,095 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

n/s/f front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 4 Aug 2014 30,218 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 27,641 miles

Rear shock absorbers weak

Pass 25 Aug 2011 21,288 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 21,279 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Aug 2010 17,011 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2009 13,170 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 9,375 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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X3 DRJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 X3 DRJ, 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 X3 DRJ registered?

X3 DRJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is X3 DRJ safe to buy?

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