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HF53 CVB

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,006 mi
Last recorded75,006 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 CVB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 75,006 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2025 75,005 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

ALL FOUR HEADLAMP LENSES DETERIORATED

Pass 15 Oct 2024 73,166 miles

EXPLAINATION FOR INTERVENTION AND WELDING ON POST CATALYSERS ACCEPTED, EMISSIONS CORRECT

Pass 16 Oct 2023 71,152 miles

HEADLAMP WASH INOPERATIVE

Fail 16 Oct 2023 71,151 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR INNER ARM BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

HEADLAMP WASH INOPERATIVE

Pass 25 Oct 2022 69,403 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 67,382 miles

AFTER CATALYTIC CONVERTER HAS BEEN WELDED, ASSURED COMPONENTS WAS WELDED TO STOP GAS LEAK, EXPLAINATION ACCEPTED

Pass 13 Oct 2020 65,575 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth anti-slip rubber worn on edge (1.1.2 (c))

Engine bay covers obscuring some components

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Outer sill covers obscuring some prescribed areas

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Under trays obscuring power steering components, brake pipes, fuel lines & rear suspension arms

Fail 13 Oct 2020 65,574 miles

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

Brake pedal wearing smooth anti-slip rubber worn on edge (1.1.2 (c))

Engine bay covers obscuring some components

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2015 y o m (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Outer sill covers obscuring some prescribed areas

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Under trays obscuring power steering components, brake pipes, fuel lines & rear suspension arms

Pass 15 Oct 2019 63,681 miles

BOTH REAR TYRE TREAD DEPTHS APPROACHING WEAR MARKERS IN THE CENTRE OF THE TYRE

Pass 16 Oct 2018 59,504 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 55,202 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 51,597 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 47,252 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 42,793 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 39,000 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2012 34,677 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 29,839 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 29,838 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2010 26,390 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 24,295 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 21,352 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 17,662 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2007 17,662 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2006 12,804 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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HF53 CVB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HF53 CVB, 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 HF53 CVB?

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What year was HF53 CVB registered?

HF53 CVB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is HF53 CVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF53 CVB shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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