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WL53 HGX

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

124,145 mi
Last recorded124,145 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL53 HGX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2019 124,145 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 118,418 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2018 118,310 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2017 112,015 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 104,086 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 104,086 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 84,343 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 64,350 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 46,472 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 35,769 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 31,714 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 26,680 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 25,227 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 16,333 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 16,333 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 14,605 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 11,743 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 8,667 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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WL53 HGX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WL53 HGX, 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 WL53 HGX registered?

WL53 HGX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 17 November 2003.

Is WL53 HGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL53 HGX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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