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MH03 VNX

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2021
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

143,287 mi
Last recorded143,287 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH03 VNX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Fail 20 Apr 2021 143,287 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 15 Apr 2020 143,281 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 141,405 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 138,296 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust corroded

metal brake pipes surface corrosion

Fail 18 Apr 2018 135,942 miles

Central Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket corroded off (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

exhaust corroded

metal brake pipes surface corrosion

Pass 20 Mar 2017 123,596 miles

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 20 Mar 2017 123,596 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 111,376 miles

Nearside Rear tyre 3.mm

Offside Rear nail in tyre

Offside Rear tyre 2.mm

Pass 20 Apr 2015 100,028 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 100,028 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 94,940 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 3 Mar 2014 94,925 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 70,286 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust system corroded,but secure and not blowing when tested.

Pass 9 Oct 2010 65,745 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2010 65,745 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 59,343 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2009 59,343 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 52,362 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2007 39,131 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 30,345 miles

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

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

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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MH03 VNX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 MH03 VNX, 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 MH03 VNX registered?

MH03 VNX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 23 April 2003.

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