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DU53 KVV

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

133,543 mi
Last recorded133,543 miles
Recorded on31 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 KVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 May 2016 133,543 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 117,054 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 Jun 2015 117,047 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 108,322 miles

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

exhaust mount corroding

Fail 13 Apr 2014 108,322 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

exhaust mount corroding

Pass 4 Jun 2013 102,842 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 102,842 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 May 2012 99,961 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2011 95,615 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2010 91,004 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 91,004 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 83,687 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 83,687 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 82,326 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 78,741 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 65,916 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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DU53 KVV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 DU53 KVV, 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 DU53 KVV registered?

DU53 KVV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 25 September 2003.

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