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FV08 HXX

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

150,745 mi
Last recorded150,745 miles
Recorded on27 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 HXX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2023 150,745 miles

Nearside Front body damage

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 4 May 2022 144,645 miles

Nearside Front Body not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 135,785 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 122,617 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 122,615 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2018 117,725 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 107,274 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 95,204 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 80,890 miles

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear brake pipes corroding

Pass 21 Feb 2014 68,469 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 54,400 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 43,854 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

front service brake just met imbalance requirements

o/s/front brake bindeing

Fail 21 Mar 2012 43,845 miles

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)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

o/s/front brake bindeing

Pass 14 Apr 2011 37,103 miles

offside front brake slightly binding on

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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FV08 HXX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FV08 HXX, 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

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What year was FV08 HXX registered?

FV08 HXX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is FV08 HXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 HXX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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