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LT53 GMG

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

29,020 mi
Last recorded29,020 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT53 GMG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 29,020 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside - Slight Wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside - Outer Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 27,869 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Apr 2025 27,864 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 26,954 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front 6mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear 5mm 225/50/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Apr 2024 26,954 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front 6mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear 5mm 225/50/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 25,397 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 24,526 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 23,867 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 20,943 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 17,601 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 16,179 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 14,175 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 13,078 miles

Engine covers and under trays not allowing full inspection.

Pass 4 Nov 2014 12,257 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 11,813 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 11,189 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 10,270 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 9,118 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 7,913 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 5,437 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 4,104 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 3,450 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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LT53 GMG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LT53 GMG, 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 LT53 GMG?

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What year was LT53 GMG registered?

LT53 GMG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is LT53 GMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT53 GMG shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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