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EX03 DDL

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

44,961 mi
Last recorded44,961 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 DDL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 44,961 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 43,914 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 42,980 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 41,825 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2023 41,814 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 40,616 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2022 40,604 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 39,305 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 38,529 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 37,338 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2019 37,332 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 35,493 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 33,618 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 31,406 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 31,406 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Feb 2015 28,784 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 28,784 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 26,567 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 24,999 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 22,822 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 20,617 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 18,195 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 15,986 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 13,870 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 11,666 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 9,250 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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EX03 DDL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 EX03 DDL, 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 EX03 DDL?

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What year was EX03 DDL registered?

EX03 DDL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is EX03 DDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX03 DDL shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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