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HV53 URF

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

167,425 mi
Last recorded167,425 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV53 URF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 167,425 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 156,108 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 156,104 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 149,269 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2015 149,267 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Fail 4 Jul 2014 141,038 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 141,038 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 137,968 miles

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

advise all road tyres .

Fail 5 Jul 2013 137,968 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

advise all road tyres .

Pass 14 Jan 2012 126,958 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 121,053 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 112,802 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2009 112,802 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2008 98,861 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2007 81,434 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 81,441 miles

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 31 Oct 2006 63,839 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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HV53 URF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 HV53 URF, 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.

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What year was HV53 URF registered?

HV53 URF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 8 September 2003.

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