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EO53 LDC

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

89,451 mi
Last recorded89,451 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO53 LDC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2017 89,451 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2017 89,451 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2016 78,768 miles

Offside Rear tyre has nail in tread

Fail 25 Jan 2016 78,726 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Rear tyre has nail in tread

Pass 26 Jan 2015 69,768 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 65,434 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

gearbox oil leak

Pass 23 Sep 2013 60,900 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 55,536 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 54,265 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 46,105 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 41,917 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 41,917 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 34,483 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 32,070 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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EO53 LDC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 EO53 LDC, 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 EO53 LDC?

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What year was EO53 LDC registered?

EO53 LDC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is EO53 LDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO53 LDC shows 14 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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