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EX53 BCE

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,359 mi
Last recorded87,359 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 BCE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2017 87,359 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 4mm (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 83,148 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 76,062 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 68,644 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 61,854 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 55,740 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 49,972 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 18 Oct 2010 43,679 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 38,662 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 32,749 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 27,134 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 22,241 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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EX53 BCE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EX53 BCE, 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 EX53 BCE registered?

EX53 BCE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is EX53 BCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 BCE shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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