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GV03 OTS

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

140,196 mi
Last recorded140,196 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV03 OTS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 140,196 miles

Corrosion in rear wheel arches/sills

Headlight beam patterns a little blurred

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres significantly worn on inside edges - Suggest replacing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 138,770 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack behind the rear view irror (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2024 136,498 miles

Brake pedal feels a little soft

Offside front fog light not working

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 May 2023 133,276 miles

Offside front fog light not working

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Suggest rear discs are replaced (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 132,027 miles

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both rear brakes - Suggest new brake discs are fitted (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 May 2021 130,366 miles

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both rear brakes - Advise investigating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 May 2020 129,409 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both rear brakes (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 126,783 miles

Exhaust noisy rattling ,internally (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 125,256 miles

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

exhaust slightly noisy ,cat rattling

Fail 24 Oct 2017 125,244 miles

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

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

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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

exhaust slightly noisy ,cat rattling

Pass 28 Oct 2016 122,902 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

smell of fuel ,fuel tank area ,possible breather pipe issue

Pass 3 Jul 2015 120,665 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 6 Jun 2014 118,991 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Oct 2013 116,108 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 111,937 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 104,202 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 102,319 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 102,319 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 93,540 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 79,649 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 79,274 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Jun 2007 64,431 miles

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 64,431 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 45,625 miles

Rear 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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GV03 OTS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GV03 OTS, 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 GV03 OTS registered?

GV03 OTS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 2 May 2003.

Is GV03 OTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV03 OTS shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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