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PN53 VJG

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,026 mi
Last recorded131,026 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN53 VJG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2014 131,026 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

factory fitted sill covers

Pass 8 Jul 2013 130,351 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 119,264 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 119,264 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2011 106,923 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 92,229 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Dec 2008 77,874 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2008 77,853 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2007 63,671 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 44,141 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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PN53 VJG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PN53 VJG, 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 PN53 VJG registered?

PN53 VJG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 9 October 2003.

Is PN53 VJG safe to buy?

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