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FX53 OVF

2004 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

94,003 mi
Last recorded94,003 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk75,635 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 OVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 94,003 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL CORRODED (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL CHASSIS CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2026 94,003 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL CORRODED (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL CHASSIS CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 92,028 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 90,113 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 86,863 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 83,483 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 80,880 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 75,890 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 70,029 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Jun 2018 70,029 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 67,367 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 66,260 miles

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

both o.s.r and n.s.r brake pipe slightly corroded

all 4 tyres rubber starting to perish and cracking. 4 new tyres required asap

Pass 22 Jul 2015 65,764 miles

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

slight misting of oil gearbox area

Pass 23 Jul 2014 64,017 miles

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

Oil leak

rear tyres cracking

Pass 27 Jan 2014 62,680 miles

bad oil leak

Pass 29 Jan 2013 59,096 miles

oil leak from gear box

Pass 7 Feb 2012 55,819 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2012 55,819 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 52,435 miles

nearside rear tyre perrished on sidewalls

Pass 6 Feb 2010 48,767 miles

nearside rear tyre starting to perrish on sidewalls

Pass 13 Feb 2009 45,276 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 41,699 miles

Slight play in front wheel bearings.

Pass 28 Feb 2007 38,316 miles

number plates in boot are incorrectly spaced.

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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FX53 OVF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 75,635 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 FX53 OVF, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FX53 OVF registered?

FX53 OVF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 26 February 2004.

Is FX53 OVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 OVF shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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