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XK02 TAX

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

188,911 mi
Last recorded188,911 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXK02 TAX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2023 188,911 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2023 188,911 miles

Front Road wheel fixing missing Both sides (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2022 189,900 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2022 189,900 miles

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

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2021 187,781 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 177,634 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2018 162,657 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 143,997 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2016 99,897 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2015 93,598 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 90,193 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 80,849 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 80,842 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2012 71,305 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 71,305 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2011 57,715 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 47,352 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2010 47,352 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2009 34,906 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 34,906 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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XK02 TAX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XK02 TAX, 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 XK02 TAX registered?

XK02 TAX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 8 December 2005.

Is XK02 TAX safe to buy?

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