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KM03 VVJ

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,673 mi
Last recorded42,673 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM03 VVJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 42,673 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 41,936 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 41,070 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 41,044 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 41,036 miles

Rear subframe corroded.

Pass 19 Dec 2019 40,888 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 40,172 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 39,662 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 37,760 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 36,130 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 33,433 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2014 33,432 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 30,323 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Dec 2013 30,323 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 28,461 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 21,269 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2011 21,269 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 11 Jul 2011 20,825 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 17,757 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 14,549 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 9,972 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 63,352 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 6,447 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 5,930 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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KM03 VVJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,597cc 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 KM03 VVJ, 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 KM03 VVJ registered?

KM03 VVJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 8 July 2003.

Is KM03 VVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM03 VVJ 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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