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LT53 OPM

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

7,579 mi
Last recorded7,579 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT53 OPM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 7,579 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 7,448 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 7,361 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 7,316 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 7,272 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 7,234 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 7,197 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 7,153 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 7,079 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 6,957 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 6,805 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 6,739 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Sep 2013 6,588 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 6,382 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 6,076 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 5,547 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 5,342 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 4,465 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 2,742 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 2,742 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 1,611 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 OPM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 OPM, 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 LT53 OPM registered?

LT53 OPM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is LT53 OPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT53 OPM shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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