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HJ03 CXH

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

69,171 mi
Last recorded69,171 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ03 CXH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2026 69,171 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Fail 13 Oct 2026 69,171 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2025 62,947 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Under engine floor and outer sill covers fitted unable to fully inspect components or for potential corrosion damage and leaks

Pass 6 Sep 2024 56,736 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 54,069 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 51,277 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 49,053 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 46,780 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2019 43,827 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 40,322 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 36,482 miles

Oil leak APPEARS TO BE GEARBOX FLUID

Fail 7 Aug 2017 36,482 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Oil leak APPEARS TO BE GEARBOX FLUID

Pass 10 Aug 2016 31,796 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 31,761 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2015 25,495 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 21,370 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 20,219 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 18,741 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 17,060 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 15,359 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 13,620 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 12,218 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 10,634 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 8,752 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 6,743 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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HJ03 CXH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 HJ03 CXH, 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 HJ03 CXH registered?

HJ03 CXH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is HJ03 CXH safe to buy?

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