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B8 JHD

1998 Mercedes-benz Clk

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,671 mi
Last recorded27,671 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk97,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB8 JHD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 29 Oct 2025 27,671 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 27,253 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 27,028 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 26,188 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 25,195 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 24,193 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 22,965 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 21,664 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 20,389 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 19,452 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 18,677 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 17,949 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 17,455 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 16,688 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 14,071 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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B8 JHD is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 97,549 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 B8 JHD, 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 28 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 B8 JHD registered?

B8 JHD is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is B8 JHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for B8 JHD shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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