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FM57 NHJ

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

97,096 mi
Last recorded97,096 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 NHJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 97,096 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2026 92,426 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 85,727 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 81,125 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 79,148 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 77,684 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 76,319 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 70,900 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 63,737 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 57,298 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 50,741 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 43,692 miles

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

Fail 14 Jan 2016 43,692 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt cross strut arm (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement cross strut arm (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 36,354 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2014 29,412 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 22,532 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 19,985 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 15,812 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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FM57 NHJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FM57 NHJ, 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 FM57 NHJ?

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What year was FM57 NHJ registered?

FM57 NHJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 8 February 2008.

Is FM57 NHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM57 NHJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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