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DS08 MHZ

2008 Mercedes-benz Clc

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2019
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

189,993 mi
Last recorded189,993 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clc72,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 MHZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClc
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2018 189,993 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 28 Feb 2018 189,993 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated parking brake fault (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm bald on edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 175,582 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Steel arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Steering rack area slight play

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 28 Feb 2017 175,579 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Steel arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Steering rack area slight play

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 156,177 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 29 Feb 2016 156,177 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear trye worn on inner edge

Offside Front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear tyre has nail in

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 28 Feb 2015 126,726 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 126,726 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 98,609 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 28 Feb 2013 64,377 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2013 64,377 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Sep 2011 43,599 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Clc?

Based on 189,282 MOT tests across 11,249 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
5,686
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
11,249
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,957
coil spring broken 1,908
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DS08 MHZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clc in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Clc models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 72,373 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Clc fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,957 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS08 MHZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Clc typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DS08 MHZ registered?

DS08 MHZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clc, first registered on 25 July 2008.

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