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AP52 KFO

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

214,360 mi
Last recorded214,360 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP52 KFO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2025 214,360 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 205,403 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 196,456 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 186,892 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 176,503 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 166,719 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front bto rear (1.1.11 (c))

floor covers fitted

Fail 18 Feb 2020 166,719 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front bto rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

floor covers fitted

Pass 8 Feb 2019 156,242 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 148,742 miles

n/s/r outer brake pipe becoming corroded.

slight play n/s/r droplink

Pass 9 Feb 2017 141,056 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 132,814 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 122,361 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Mar 2014 122,891 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Dec 2012 101,902 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Dec 2011 93,621 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)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 81,605 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Dec 2010 81,605 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Plastic trays covering engine bay and underside of vehicle

Pass 3 Dec 2009 63,612 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2008 47,865 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)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 41,350 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 34,740 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2006 27,088 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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AP52 KFO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 AP52 KFO, 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 AP52 KFO registered?

AP52 KFO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 14 February 2003.

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