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FR03 BYB

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

94,047 mi
Last recorded94,047 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR03 BYB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2022 94,047 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 93,237 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 93,236 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inside edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 90,859 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 83,695 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 83,615 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 83,578 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 83,563 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 83,485 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 83,450 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 83,367 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 83,210 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 80,015 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 79,975 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

advise that front brake dics starting to pit inner part of disc

Pass 19 Feb 2009 67,729 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 67,717 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2008 53,122 miles

vehicle fitted with under trays at time of test

Pass 5 Mar 2007 41,944 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Mar 2006 32,154 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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FR03 BYB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FR03 BYB, 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 FR03 BYB registered?

FR03 BYB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is FR03 BYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR03 BYB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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