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EX53 FVO

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

152,001 mi
Last recorded152,001 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 FVO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2020 152,001 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 144,496 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 134,771 miles

Engine, central, both sides inner sills and rear under covers fitted

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides or renewed (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Vehicle has presented in wet condition

Fail 8 Sep 2018 134,771 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both sides they need to be renewed (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine, central, both sides inner sills and rear under covers fitted

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides or renewed (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Vehicle has presented in wet condition

Pass 13 Sep 2017 128,984 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 123,213 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 119,177 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 14,964 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 106,844 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 100,418 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 91,212 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 75,171 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 13 Aug 2009 61,894 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 51,634 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 42,662 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 32,605 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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EX53 FVO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 EX53 FVO, 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 FVO registered?

EX53 FVO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is EX53 FVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 FVO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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