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MC53 AMV

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

145,860 mi
Last recorded145,860 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC53 AMV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2018 145,860 miles

Front tyres slightly worn edges

rear coil springs slightly corroded

Pass 25 Sep 2017 141,002 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 137,560 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 132,000 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 130,485 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 126,379 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 119,383 miles

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

both front tyres worn edges

Pass 25 Oct 2011 108,009 miles

near side front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 18 Oct 2010 96,570 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 86,940 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 86,742 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 76,998 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 76,993 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Dec 2007 65,087 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 51,296 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2006 51,296 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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MC53 AMV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 MC53 AMV, 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 MC53 AMV registered?

MC53 AMV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 8 December 2003.

Is MC53 AMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC53 AMV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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