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HF53 OTD

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

107,273 mi
Last recorded107,273 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 OTD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2018 107,273 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 101,880 miles

glow plug warning light on dash

Pass 8 Dec 2016 98,958 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2016 93,950 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55 16 (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2015 85,740 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 78,814 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 73,331 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2013 73,331 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 68,525 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 61,100 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 52,529 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 46,121 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 34,782 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2007 26,979 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 21,783 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 22 Sep 2006 21,783 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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 OTD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 HF53 OTD, 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 OTD?

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What year was HF53 OTD registered?

HF53 OTD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is HF53 OTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF53 OTD shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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