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VA53 GNZ

2004 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

107,961 mi
Last recorded107,961 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk75,635 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA53 GNZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 107,961 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 107,249 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Fail 28 May 2025 107,140 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.90 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 8 May 2024 106,599 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 105,423 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 104,030 miles

large protective cover fitted under vehicle

Pass 29 Mar 2016 102,708 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit just off wear blocks (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit just off wear blocks (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Mar 2016 102,708 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt {chalked} (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt {chalked} (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit just off wear blocks (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit just off wear blocks (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 99,584 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 96,014 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 90,032 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

waterpump found to be noisey

Pass 14 Jan 2011 84,026 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 18 Jan 2010 76,707 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 76,707 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2009 72,780 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 69,600 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 60,442 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2007 60,442 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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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VA53 GNZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VA53 GNZ, 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.

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What year was VA53 GNZ registered?

VA53 GNZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 15 January 2004.

Is VA53 GNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA53 GNZ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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