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JW53 MEW

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,158 mi
Last recorded81,158 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJW53 MEW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 81,158 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 78,519 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 74,965 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 72,413 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 69,210 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both side front (4.1.4 (b))

Front unusual noise from engine bay

Pass 11 Dec 2020 68,041 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2020 68,034 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both side.. (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 64,340 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both side front (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 61,974 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 61,974 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 59,564 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 55,377 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 52,598 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 49,747 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2014 49,747 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 44,797 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 41,165 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 37,693 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 32,438 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 26,349 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 26,349 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2008 21,790 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 15,688 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 8,696 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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JW53 MEW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 JW53 MEW, 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 JW53 MEW registered?

JW53 MEW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 17 September 2003.

Is JW53 MEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for JW53 MEW shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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