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HK53 OSP

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

118,950 mi
Last recorded118,950 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK53 OSP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 28 Jan 2022 118,950 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

front stiffning braces rotten

Pass 9 Jan 2021 114,460 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2021 114,460 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 108,761 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (REAR ARM) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front 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 14 Sep 2018 100,589 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 94,392 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2015 85,533 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 80,087 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

central exhaust mount has excessive corrosion and only slightly supporting exhaust

Pass 19 Jul 2013 75,294 miles

small cut to the offside front tyre tread and signs of wearing on the inner edge

Fail 17 Jul 2013 75,294 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

small cut to the offside front tyre tread and signs of wearing on the inner edge

Pass 20 Jul 2012 70,570 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2012 70,570 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 63,932 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 63,926 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2010 55,572 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 46,649 miles

o/s inner washer jet poor

Fail 19 Feb 2009 46,649 miles

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

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

o/s inner washer jet poor

o/s/f tyre tread worn very low inner edge

Pass 11 Jun 2007 35,752 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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HK53 OSP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HK53 OSP, 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 HK53 OSP registered?

HK53 OSP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is HK53 OSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK53 OSP shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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