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LR53 VBK

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

42,371 mi
Last recorded42,371 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 VBK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2014 42,371 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 58,112 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 44,535 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

clicking noise coming from dash when start up

front discs lipped

Fail 25 Oct 2012 44,535 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

clicking noise coming from dash when start up

front discs lipped

Pass 14 Oct 2011 23,936 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both headlamp aim on upper limit

front brake discs and pads worn approx 50%

front number plate deteriorated

nearside front tyre outer wall cut

Pass 21 Oct 2010 20,177 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 20,177 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 16,720 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 13,217 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 11,419 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 7,732 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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LR53 VBK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LR53 VBK, 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.

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What year was LR53 VBK registered?

LR53 VBK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is LR53 VBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 VBK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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