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NU53 OJV

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

89,648 mi
Last recorded89,648 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU53 OJV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 89,648 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2025 88,119 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 86,658 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 84,347 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 82,865 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 82,863 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall split (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Sep 2021 80,530 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 77,755 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2020 77,755 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 75,070 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 70,374 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 67,394 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 63,978 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 60,995 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 59,420 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 57,315 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f wiper

Pass 3 Sep 2012 55,149 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust hanger broken

Pass 6 Sep 2011 53,268 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 51,148 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 49,315 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 44,889 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 43,609 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 40,691 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 40,691 miles

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

nearside front tyre outer sidewall starting to perish

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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NU53 OJV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 1,796cc 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 NU53 OJV, 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 NU53 OJV?

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What year was NU53 OJV registered?

NU53 OJV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is NU53 OJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU53 OJV 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.

Does NU53 OJV have outstanding finance?

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