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OV53 LNZ

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2021
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

156,959 mi
Last recorded156,959 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV53 LNZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2020 156,959 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2020 156,959 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both frot tyres (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Nov 2019 153,721 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 148,815 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2018 148,815 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 145,230 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2017 145,230 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 138,643 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 150,585 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and n/s/f (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin and o/s/r (3.5.1g)

Fail 26 Aug 2014 122,429 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 122,429 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 114,759 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 114,759 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 106,107 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 94,874 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 83,980 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 74,508 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 74,508 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 60,243 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 60,243 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 44,599 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2006 44,569 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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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OV53 LNZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 OV53 LNZ, 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 OV53 LNZ registered?

OV53 LNZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 22 October 2003.

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The MOT history for OV53 LNZ shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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