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53 JL

2001 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

104,725 mi
Last recorded104,725 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk86,559 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration53 JL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 6 Feb 2026 104,725 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 102,798 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 100,419 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 98,133 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 95,078 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 92,079 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 88,878 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 86,021 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 82,016 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 77,971 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 74,402 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 69,495 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 64,432 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 59,990 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 53,665 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 46,577 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 38,775 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 32,689 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 28,403 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 24,386 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 21,639 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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53 JL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 86,559 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 53 JL, 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 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 53 JL?

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What year was 53 JL registered?

53 JL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is 53 JL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 53 JL shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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