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HG53 UCC

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

54,748 mi
Last recorded54,748 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG53 UCC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2023 54,748 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Jun 2023 54,748 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 52,366 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Oct 2016 50,078 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre rubber damaged on outer sidewall (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 47,635 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 45,786 miles

Offside front tyre side wall deteriorating

Pass 8 Nov 2012 44,282 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 44,282 miles

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

offside front tyre perished outer sidewall

offside rear tyre has run flat and damaged sidewall

Fail 20 Nov 2010 40,986 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

nearside front tyre outer sidewall deteriorated

Pass 20 Nov 2010 40,986 miles

nearside front tyre outer sidewall deteriorated

Pass 13 Nov 2009 38,301 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 38,301 miles

Centre Stop lamp insecure (1.2.1a)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 54,472 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 30,961 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 29,558 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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HG53 UCC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 HG53 UCC, 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 HG53 UCC?

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What year was HG53 UCC registered?

HG53 UCC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 27 October 2003.

Is HG53 UCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG53 UCC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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