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DA53 ONB

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

59,451 mi
Last recorded59,451 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 ONB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 59,451 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2026 59,451 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 59,375 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 59,356 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 59,170 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 58,984 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 58,900 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 58,657 miles

brake pipes thick with grease

Pass 1 Jun 2017 58,251 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 57,925 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 56,857 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 55,885 miles

cross strut bushes debonding

re-action arm bushes splitting

wipers not clearing the screen fully

Pass 16 May 2013 55,192 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 May 2012 54,082 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 3 Jun 2011 51,991 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 48,901 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 39,286 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 30,345 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 30,176 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 22,908 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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DA53 ONB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 DA53 ONB, 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 DA53 ONB registered?

DA53 ONB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is DA53 ONB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA53 ONB shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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