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JBZ 323

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2025
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

155,166 mi
Last recorded155,166 miles
Recorded on31 May 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBZ 323
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 May 2024 155,166 miles
Fail 14 May 2024 155,137 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2016 152,869 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 151,291 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 151,289 miles

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 150,472 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 148,854 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 129,546 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 129,546 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 138,546 miles

brake pipes ccovered by unknown substance unable to check properly

covers under car

Pass 25 Mar 2010 132,929 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 102,858 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 5 Aug 2008 102,858 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 30 Jan 2007 68,615 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 68,046 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 68,046 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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JBZ 323 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 JBZ 323, 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 JBZ 323 registered?

JBZ 323 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is JBZ 323 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBZ 323 shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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