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NT53 DHK

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

84,410 mi
Last recorded84,410 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNT53 DHK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 84,410 miles

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2025 84,410 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 82,848 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 80,323 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 76,994 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 76,299 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 74,857 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 73,087 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 69,360 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 65,116 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 62,080 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Nov 2015 58,872 miles

oil leal

u/trays fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2014 55,599 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 52,130 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 48,509 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 44,607 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 39,739 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 34,214 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 25,320 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2008 25,320 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2007 18,125 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 15,748 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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NT53 DHK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 NT53 DHK, 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 NT53 DHK?

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What year was NT53 DHK registered?

NT53 DHK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is NT53 DHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for NT53 DHK shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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