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RF53 EYX

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

135,484 mi
Last recorded135,484 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF53 EYX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2023 135,484 miles

temp fuel cap

Fail 26 Jul 2023 135,484 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

temp fuel cap

Pass 4 Jul 2022 128,625 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective yellowing (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Temp fuel cap fitted

Fail 4 Jul 2022 128,625 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective yellowing (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Temp fuel cap fitted

Pass 30 Dec 2020 121,730 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

TEMP FUEL CAP FITTED

Pass 4 Nov 2019 116,732 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2019 116,346 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Oct 2018 108,219 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55R16V (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 101,985 miles

engine, under body and sill covers fitted

Fail 12 Oct 2017 101,985 miles

rear brake binding both (3.7.B.1)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

engine, under body and sill covers fitted

Pass 21 Oct 2016 99,073 miles

engine, under body and sill covers

Pass 8 Oct 2015 95,889 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 92,353 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 86,610 miles

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

o/s fronr top arm bush spliting

Pass 11 Oct 2012 14,082 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 73,581 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 66,929 miles

n/s front tyre wearing on outter edge

Pass 8 Oct 2009 59,685 miles

both reartyres worn to legal limit

front and rear number plates slightly discoloured

front brake discs slightly lipped

o/s front tyre worn on inner and outter edges

Fail 3 Oct 2009 59,685 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

both reartyres worn to legal limit

front and rear number plates slightly discoloured

front brake discs slightly lipped

o/s front tyre worn on inner and outter edges

Pass 30 Sep 2008 54,868 miles

front and rear number plates beginning to detereate

Pass 3 Oct 2007
Pass 29 Sep 2006 37,535 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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RF53 EYX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 RF53 EYX, 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 RF53 EYX registered?

RF53 EYX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 24 October 2003.

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The MOT history for RF53 EYX shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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