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MT53 DHG

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Cream Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

106,708 mi
Last recorded106,708 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT53 DHG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2012 106,708 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 96,336 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 87,249 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

nearside front mirror cracked.

slight play in offside front wheel bearing.

srs light on.

Fail 15 Feb 2010 87,249 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

nearside front mirror cracked.

slight play in offside front wheel bearing.

srs light on.

Pass 20 Feb 2009 79,292 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 19 Feb 2009 79,292 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 70,335 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 67,800 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 67,779 miles

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

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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MT53 DHG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Cream with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MT53 DHG, 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 MT53 DHG registered?

MT53 DHG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is MT53 DHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT53 DHG shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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