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VX53 YRZ

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

95,888 mi
Last recorded95,888 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 YRZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2017 95,888 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 93,125 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 90,305 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 90,305 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 86,238 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 82,091 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 82,089 miles

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

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

Fail 30 May 2012 76,998 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 May 2012 76,998 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 74,453 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 70,525 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 64,906 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 62,157 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 59,039 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 51,670 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2007 40,048 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2007 40,048 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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VX53 YRZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 VX53 YRZ, 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 VX53 YRZ?

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What year was VX53 YRZ registered?

VX53 YRZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is VX53 YRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX53 YRZ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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