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DV53 NJY

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

52,526 mi
Last recorded52,526 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV53 NJY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 52,526 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2025 51,262 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 49,944 miles

Offside MIRROR DIM

Pass 2 Oct 2023 49,202 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 47,597 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 46,577 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 45,633 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 44,832 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 43,626 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 42,410 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 7 Nov 2017 42,410 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 39,826 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 38,904 miles

Engine covers and undertray fitted.

Rear brake pads low.

Pass 10 Feb 2015 37,620 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake pads low.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Feb 2015 37,620 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake pads low.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Feb 2014 36,538 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 35,461 miles

Both front tyres low in tread.

Pass 11 Feb 2012 34,375 miles

SRS warning light on.

Pass 15 Feb 2011 33,227 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 33,222 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2010 31,092 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2009 26,314 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 21,815 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 5,928 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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DV53 NJY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DV53 NJY, 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

How do I check the history of DV53 NJY?

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What year was DV53 NJY registered?

DV53 NJY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is DV53 NJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV53 NJY shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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