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AM53 JVZ

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,735 mi
Last recorded79,735 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 JVZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,590cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 79,735 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 78,632 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Jan 2025 78,632 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 75,738 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp masks fitted

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Slightly discoloured (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 13 Dec 2023 121,745 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect wrong direction (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect wrong direction (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front headlamp bulb discolored

Pass 2 Aug 2022 115,803 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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AM53 JVZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AM53 JVZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM53 JVZ registered?

AM53 JVZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is AM53 JVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM53 JVZ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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