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X5 ERV

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

108,196 mi
Last recorded108,196 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX5 ERV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 108,196 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2026 108,161 miles

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2025 102,614 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 95,454 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2024 95,454 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 88,455 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2023 88,452 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2022 81,579 miles
Fail 25 May 2022 81,575 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2021 74,581 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 68,692 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 62,410 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 60,579 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

OBD does not register on emissions

Pass 12 Jun 2017 59,703 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 58,652 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 57,758 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 55,870 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2013 54,961 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 54,369 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 54,367 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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)

Pass 19 May 2011 47,987 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 46,334 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 41,812 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 37,784 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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X5 ERV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 X5 ERV, 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 X5 ERV?

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What year was X5 ERV registered?

X5 ERV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is X5 ERV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X5 ERV shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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