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PJ03 XRS

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

123,855 mi
Last recorded123,855 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ03 XRS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2016 123,855 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 2 Mar 2016 123,855 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 18 Feb 2015 114,073 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2015 114,073 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2013 109,146 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 101,536 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 95,301 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 91,644 miles

Deep cut in N/S/F tyre, no cords showing

Fail 22 Oct 2010 91,644 miles

Deep cut in N/S/F tyre, no cords showing

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 80,084 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 80,083 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2008 69,299 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 57,394 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 46,663 miles

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

n/s/f tyre sidewall damaged

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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PJ03 XRS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PJ03 XRS, 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 PJ03 XRS registered?

PJ03 XRS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 23 May 2003.

Is PJ03 XRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ03 XRS shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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