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HF53 OUH

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

140,537 mi
Last recorded140,537 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 OUH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2023 140,537 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 140,537 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2023 140,537 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 139,868 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 138,931 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2020 138,931 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 136,777 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 130,932 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 122,258 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Fail 10 Nov 2017 122,258 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 28 Oct 2017 199,487 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 4 Oct 2016 115,838 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front lower arm (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Oct 2016 115,838 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front lower arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 104,312 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 102,107 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 102,107 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 100,017 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Apr 2012 97,339 miles

rear tyres worn on limit

Pass 6 Apr 2011 92,908 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 83,072 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 74,116 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 61,616 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 54,694 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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 OUH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 HF53 OUH, 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 HF53 OUH registered?

HF53 OUH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 23 October 2003.

Is HF53 OUH safe to buy?

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