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DF03 UXC

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

100,423 mi
Last recorded100,423 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 UXC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2022 100,423 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2022 100,423 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 98,123 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened stabiliser arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Stabiliser arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 24 Mar 2021 98,123 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened stabiliser arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Stabiliser arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2020 97,076 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 94,700 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 93,048 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2018 93,047 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 91,451 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 88,437 miles

items removed from drivers view prior to test

nearside front tyre slightly perished

Pass 27 Feb 2015 86,356 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Sep 2013 82,858 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Sep 2013 82,858 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 80,178 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 77,514 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2011 77,513 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Fail 1 Sep 2010 75,337 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 75,337 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 71,872 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 66,173 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2007 57,056 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)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2006 40,147 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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DF03 UXC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 DF03 UXC, 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 DF03 UXC registered?

DF03 UXC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 11 July 2003.

Is DF03 UXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF03 UXC shows 22 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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