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LX53 KVD

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,191 mi
Last recorded61,191 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 KVD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2026 61,191 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2025 60,276 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 59,310 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 58,150 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 56,934 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 55,663 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall perished worn (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2021 55,663 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall perished worn (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 54,377 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 54,377 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 53,319 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 51,922 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 50,684 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 48,911 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 46,512 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 44,390 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 42,489 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 40,137 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 40,137 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 38,279 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2010 33,324 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 29,398 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2008 25,480 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 21,733 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 15,943 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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LX53 KVD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LX53 KVD, 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 LX53 KVD registered?

LX53 KVD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 27 October 2003.

Is LX53 KVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX53 KVD shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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