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GP03 NJV

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Red Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2013
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

145,838 mi
Last recorded145,838 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP03 NJV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 6 Oct 2012 145,838 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 145,838 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 140,270 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 140,263 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 131,089 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 131,084 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2009 115,863 miles

Both wipers poor effort

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

Pass 29 Oct 2008 87,329 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2008 87,329 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 22 Oct 2007 72,664 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2007 72,664 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 3 May 2007 65,008 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 49,996 miles

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

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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GP03 NJV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Red with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 GP03 NJV, 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 GP03 NJV?

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What year was GP03 NJV registered?

GP03 NJV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is GP03 NJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP03 NJV shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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