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LG03 SXJ

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

130,740 mi
Last recorded130,740 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG03 SXJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2015 130,740 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 130,732 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2013 129,102 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 126,314 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 123,344 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2011 123,344 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2010 120,002 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 118,300 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 115,318 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2009 115,318 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2008 102,717 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 102,717 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 85,816 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2006 67,055 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 67,055 miles

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

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

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 SXJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SXJ, 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 SXJ?

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What year was LG03 SXJ registered?

LG03 SXJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 4 March 2003.

Is LG03 SXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG03 SXJ shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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