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LD53 LKJ

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

25,406 mi
Last recorded25,406 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD53 LKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 25,406 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2026 25,406 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 25,297 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2019 25,297 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam h7 (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Nov 2019 25,283 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 25,227 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 25,073 miles

both front discs worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously

both front tyres perished

Fail 2 Nov 2017 25,058 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

both front discs worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously

both front tyres perished

Pass 1 Nov 2016 24,763 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both front tyres have cracked side walls

Pass 2 Nov 2015 24,295 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 24,024 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 23,484 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2013 23,476 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 22,797 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 21,132 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 19,974 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 18,016 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2009 16,817 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 14,934 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2008 13,212 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 13,212 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 12,190 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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LD53 LKJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 LD53 LKJ, 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 LD53 LKJ registered?

LD53 LKJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 28 November 2003.

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The MOT history for LD53 LKJ shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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