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KL53 LXP

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

47,211 mi
Last recorded47,211 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL53 LXP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 47,211 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2026 47,190 miles

Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 46,539 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 45,139 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 44,641 miles
Fail 26 May 2023 44,630 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Apr 2019 42,867 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front headlamp beam pattern poor but image 'kick up' still visible

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

Pass 30 Apr 2018 38,555 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 38,555 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 35,834 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 31,829 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 26,074 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 21,812 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2013 19,570 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 17,542 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 15,989 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 13,545 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 10,743 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 8,194 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 5,754 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 48,658 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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KL53 LXP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KL53 LXP, 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

How do I check the history of KL53 LXP?

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What year was KL53 LXP registered?

KL53 LXP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is KL53 LXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL53 LXP shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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