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EX53 UTU

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,408 mi
Last recorded99,408 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 UTU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2016 99,408 miles

various metal brake pipes corroded slight blow rear exhaust

Fail 7 Jul 2016 99,408 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

various metal brake pipes corroded slight blow rear exhaust

Pass 14 May 2015 94,454 miles

Centre stop light not working

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

Fail 13 May 2015 94,454 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Centre stop light not working

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

Pass 12 Nov 2013 82,799 miles

Rear exhaust support heavily corroded

Fail 12 Nov 2013 82,799 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Rear exhaust support heavily corroded

Pass 23 Oct 2012 72,271 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 64,240 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 64,240 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 56,522 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 48,443 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 48,443 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 May 2008 33,722 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 7 Jun 2007 22,209 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 14,391 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 UTU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EX53 UTU, 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 EX53 UTU?

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What year was EX53 UTU registered?

EX53 UTU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is EX53 UTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 UTU shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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