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YY05 XKK

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 3495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

56,886 mi
Last recorded56,886 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY05 XKK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 56,886 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 56,697 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 56,681 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 56,316 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 55,671 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2021 55,662 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 55,491 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 55,142 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 53,934 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 52,409 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 50,409 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 50,408 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

both front tyres cracking

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 11 Dec 2014 45,231 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 43,290 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 43,290 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2012 42,976 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 41,930 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 40,951 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 36,706 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 15 Oct 2008 30,663 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2008 30,663 miles

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)

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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YY05 XKK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 3,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 YY05 XKK, 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 YY05 XKK?

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What year was YY05 XKK registered?

YY05 XKK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is YY05 XKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY05 XKK shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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