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RV53 ZDZ

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

172,508 mi
Last recorded172,508 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 ZDZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2019 172,508 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides ()

Rear Axel corroded but not excessive

Pass 26 Feb 2018 169,080 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 157,644 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2017 157,559 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 141,950 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 136,930 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 131,063 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 128,731 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre cracking

Pass 5 May 2012 126,952 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 110,713 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 94,356 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2009 85,033 miles

Oil leak

Pass 31 Aug 2007 74,093 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2006 66,466 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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RV53 ZDZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 RV53 ZDZ, 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 RV53 ZDZ registered?

RV53 ZDZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is RV53 ZDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV53 ZDZ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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