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SC53 YVV

2004 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

100,166 mi
Last recorded100,166 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2019
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk75,635 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC53 YVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2019 100,166 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 97,884 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 95,753 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 91,854 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 86,765 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 84,250 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 77,193 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2012 67,354 miles

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

Fail 26 Nov 2012 67,032 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 55,547 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 48,916 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Fail 1 Dec 2010 48,916 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 42,167 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 42,167 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2008 39,950 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 26,198 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 25,884 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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SC53 YVV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 75,635 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 SC53 YVV, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SC53 YVV registered?

SC53 YVV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 28 January 2004.

Is SC53 YVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC53 YVV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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