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FG08 GUD

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

59,116 mi
Last recorded59,116 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 GUD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 59,116 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2026 59,116 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Aug 2025 56,275 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 53,437 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 50,189 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 47,772 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 45,875 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 40,289 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 29,969 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 22,165 miles

engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

full under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 18 May 2017 19,499 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 16,860 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 14,355 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 13,446 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 13,446 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 12,924 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 11,526 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2011 10,473 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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FG08 GUD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 FG08 GUD, 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.

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What year was FG08 GUD registered?

FG08 GUD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 May 2008.

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The MOT history for FG08 GUD 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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