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LR03 KYU

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

103,557 mi
Last recorded103,557 miles
Recorded on19 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR03 KYU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2025 103,557 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 99,057 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 94,834 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 89,413 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 May 2022 89,408 miles

Fuel tank leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2021 83,981 miles
Fail 7 May 2021 83,963 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2020 76,622 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 72,534 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 68,989 miles

Rear Both rear tyres cracking/perishing on sidewalls due to age

Pass 6 May 2017 64,910 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 61,567 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 56,145 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 56,135 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 53,868 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 23 Sep 2014 53,834 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 50,260 miles

nearside front tyre tread start to feather

nearside rear tyre cut in outer side wall and tread uneven wear

offside rear tyre tread uneven wear

Pass 31 May 2012 47,376 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 45,444 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 43,899 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 39,826 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2008 36,421 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 28,987 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 21,763 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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LR03 KYU 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 LR03 KYU, 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 LR03 KYU registered?

LR03 KYU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is LR03 KYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR03 KYU 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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