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LM53 JXO

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

118,702 mi
Last recorded118,702 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 JXO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2021 118,702 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 118,449 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 115,385 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 112,202 miles

substantial gearbox oil leak

Fail 18 Nov 2016 112,202 miles

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

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

substantial gearbox oil leak

Pass 13 Nov 2015 105,735 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 100,573 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2013 94,209 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 88,138 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2012 81,713 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 81,713 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 74,706 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 67,321 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 61,039 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 54,159 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 53,183 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 3,814 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2006 38,810 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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LM53 JXO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 LM53 JXO, 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 LM53 JXO registered?

LM53 JXO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 11 December 2003.

Is LM53 JXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM53 JXO shows 18 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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