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LG03 BGV

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

78,158 mi
Last recorded78,158 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG03 BGV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2017 78,158 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 78,158 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 May 2016 70,390 miles

nearside rear tyre tread wearing low on inner edge

Pass 16 Apr 2015 62,838 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 62,838 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Apr 2014 58,506 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing low

offside front tyre bald on inner edge

steering damper has slight oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2014 58,506 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing low

offside front tyre bald on inner edge

steering damper has slight oil leak

Fail 23 Mar 2013 52,365 miles

Front Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Mar 2013 52,365 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Apr 2011 39,922 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 35,456 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 27,048 miles

o/s washer jet very weak

Pass 20 Feb 2007 22,456 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1e)

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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LG03 BGV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 LG03 BGV, 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 LG03 BGV?

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What year was LG03 BGV registered?

LG03 BGV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is LG03 BGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG03 BGV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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