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HV53 WFU

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,853 mi
Last recorded30,853 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV53 WFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 8 Jan 2026 30,853 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 27,170 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 26,099 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 26,040 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 24,823 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 24,640 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 23,884 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 21,890 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 21,526 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 20,878 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 20,179 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 19,181 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 15,887 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 12,745 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 WFU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HV53 WFU, 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 HV53 WFU registered?

HV53 WFU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is HV53 WFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV53 WFU shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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