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VA52 OXS

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

148,430 mi
Last recorded148,430 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA52 OXS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2017 148,430 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 11 Jan 2017 148,430 miles

Front wheel bearing has excessive play front n/s (2.5.A.3c)

Headlamp aim too low front n/s (1.8)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam front o/s (1.7.5a)

Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front o/s front arm (2.4.G.2)

registration plate incorrect front and rear (6.3.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 148,106 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 141,505 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 132,301 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 121,835 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2012 121,835 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2011 112,689 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 100,349 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 92,598 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 86,487 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2006 77,005 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2006 70,000 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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VA52 OXS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VA52 OXS, 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

How do I check the history of VA52 OXS?

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What year was VA52 OXS registered?

VA52 OXS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 2 January 2003.

Is VA52 OXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA52 OXS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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