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AJ53 MZE

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

170,304 mi
Last recorded170,304 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 MZE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2016 170,304 miles

Nearside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 9 Dec 2016 170,304 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 143,059 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2014 134,905 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 134,905 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 118,945 miles

advise rear tyres wearing low

Fail 7 Jun 2012 118,945 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

advise rear tyres wearing low

Pass 4 Dec 2010 111,672 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 103,005 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 92,786 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 86,779 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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AJ53 MZE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 77,480 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 AJ53 MZE, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AJ53 MZE registered?

AJ53 MZE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is AJ53 MZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ53 MZE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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