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CE03 RVU

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

White Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

89,162 mi
Last recorded89,162 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE03 RVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2019 89,162 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminating (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe going into flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 12 Dec 2019 89,162 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed bald and cords showing. 255/35 ZR19 96Y Michelin (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminating (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe going into flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 87,618 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 84,129 miles

Both rear tyres on limit

Offside rear metal brake pipe poor condition

Pass 28 Nov 2016 80,856 miles

Corrosion on underside of vehicle around rear subframe

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear axle bushes perished

Undertrays fitted obscuring underside of vehicle

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 28 Nov 2016 80,856 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative both sides (1.7.2)

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

Corrosion on underside of vehicle around rear subframe

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear axle bushes perished

Undertrays fitted obscuring underside of vehicle

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 77,971 miles

handbrake % just met,requires investigation.

undershields preventing inspection of some testable items.

Pass 25 Apr 2014 74,067 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 72,516 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 72,516 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 70,226 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 64,943 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 63,061 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 55,801 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 53,012 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 49,157 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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CE03 RVU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in White with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 CE03 RVU, 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 CE03 RVU registered?

CE03 RVU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is CE03 RVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE03 RVU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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