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EN53 JLU

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

97,689 mi
Last recorded97,689 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN53 JLU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2020 97,689 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40 R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40 R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 94,734 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall 225/45 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 245/40 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall 225/45 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 245/40 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Dec 2019 94,734 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall 225/45 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 245/40 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall 225/45 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 245/40 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 91,070 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Offside Front small splits

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 2 Jan 2018 88,460 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 29 Dec 2016 85,903 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Fail 29 Dec 2016 85,903 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2015 80,811 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 76,526 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2014 76,526 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 70,621 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 70,620 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Fail 13 Dec 2012 63,378 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 63,378 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 58,631 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 53,785 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 50,079 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 50,043 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 16 Jan 2009 42,186 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2007 33,340 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 24,081 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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EN53 JLU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 EN53 JLU, 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 EN53 JLU?

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What year was EN53 JLU registered?

EN53 JLU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is EN53 JLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN53 JLU shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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