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EX52 SPV

2002 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

69,742 mi
Last recorded69,742 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk81,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX52 SPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 69,742 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Jun 2026 69,742 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2025 68,471 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 64,563 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2024 64,563 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 54,583 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 53,201 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 51,789 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 48,997 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 46,733 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 44,172 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2015 41,775 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 38,304 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 36,386 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 33,928 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2011 31,165 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2010 28,516 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 21 Aug 2009 24,357 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 24,357 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 22,711 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 17,427 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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EX52 SPV is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 81,742 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 EX52 SPV, 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 24 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 EX52 SPV registered?

EX52 SPV is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is EX52 SPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX52 SPV shows 21 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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