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LW03 HRP

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

90,468 mi
Last recorded90,468 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW03 HRP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 90,468 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2025 90,468 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 86,517 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2024 86,516 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2023 82,294 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 78,871 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 7 Jun 2022 78,871 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2021 75,019 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2020 69,953 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 65,274 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2018 59,244 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 59,244 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 54,368 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 51,832 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 51,829 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 50,234 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside rear tyre wearing close tread wear bars

offside front tyre starting to crack on shoulder 205/55/16

Pass 21 Jun 2013 48,276 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Jun 2013 48,257 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2012 45,460 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 42,919 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 39,908 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 30,340 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 30,340 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

o/s/r tyre side walls deteriorated

Pass 15 Jul 2008 29,336 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 28,299 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 22,984 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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LW03 HRP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LW03 HRP, 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 LW03 HRP?

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What year was LW03 HRP registered?

LW03 HRP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is LW03 HRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW03 HRP shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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