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EK03 UTA

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2023
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

122,945 mi
Last recorded122,945 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK03 UTA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2022 122,945 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 117,537 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 115,601 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

both outer sills covered by skirts

general corrosion on rear suspension

underside covered by trays

Pass 23 May 2019 113,436 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 108,738 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 107,329 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 102,880 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 102,879 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 99,379 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 93,112 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 12 Mar 2014 93,112 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 82,541 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 73,433 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 64,893 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 55,134 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 48,212 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 48,212 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 37,696 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 37,696 miles

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

nearside front tyre wearing low on outer edge.

Pass 25 Mar 2008 21,350 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 18,107 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 13,358 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 13,558 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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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EK03 UTA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 EK03 UTA, 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 EK03 UTA registered?

EK03 UTA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 15 April 2003.

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The MOT history for EK03 UTA shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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