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HY53 TPV

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

92,997 mi
Last recorded92,997 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY53 TPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 92,997 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2024 92,818 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2023 92,803 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 92,549 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2020 92,516 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2019 89,540 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 86,715 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 84,988 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 84,981 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 76,466 miles

both front tyres wearing uneven and low inner edges

Pass 19 Aug 2015 70,269 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 66,577 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2013 59,161 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2012 54,688 miles

Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

cant see bottom of rear springs

Pass 23 Jul 2011 50,568 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 47,086 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2009 45,436 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 42,891 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 29,098 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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HY53 TPV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 HY53 TPV, 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 HY53 TPV registered?

HY53 TPV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is HY53 TPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY53 TPV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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