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FD08 VLB

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,130 mi
Last recorded57,130 miles
Recorded on16 May 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 VLB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2020 57,130 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 54,938 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 49,811 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 45,947 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 38,093 miles

Offside Front deep cut in osf tyre outer wall

nsr tyre worn to wear bars (Renew asap)

Fail 9 Dec 2015 38,093 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front deep cut in osf tyre outer wall

nsr tyre worn to wear bars (Renew asap)

Fail 11 Nov 2014 33,549 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 11 Nov 2014 33,549 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 12 Nov 2013 28,126 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

nearside front tyre outer wall damaged

offside front tyre worn uneven

offside rear tyre outer wall damaged

Fail 12 Nov 2013 28,126 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

nearside front tyre outer wall damaged

offside front tyre worn uneven

offside rear tyre outer wall damaged

Pass 29 Nov 2012 23,797 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2011 19,958 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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FD08 VLB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 69,962 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 Clk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 59,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD08 VLB, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FD08 VLB?

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What year was FD08 VLB registered?

FD08 VLB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is FD08 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD08 VLB shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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