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EJ03 VUG

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

93,897 mi
Last recorded93,897 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ03 VUG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2017 93,897 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

corrosion of brake pipes

engine light on

headlamp aim on both headlights faded

Fail 7 Nov 2017 93,769 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

corrosion of brake pipes

engine light on

headlamp aim on both headlights faded

oil filler cap missing

Pass 10 Nov 2016 89,162 miles

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

both headlamps lenses are deteriorated

engine fault lamp is on

Fail 4 Nov 2016 89,161 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cat convertor (7.1.2)

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

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

front brake excessively fluctuating both front (3.7.B.3)

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

both headlamps lenses are deteriorated

engine fault lamp is on

Pass 24 Nov 2015 87,804 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 85,794 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 82,026 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 78,683 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 70,235 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 64,080 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 56,662 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 47,970 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 41,409 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 33,718 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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EJ03 VUG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 EJ03 VUG, 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 EJ03 VUG registered?

EJ03 VUG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 10 May 2003.

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The MOT history for EJ03 VUG shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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