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GJ58 LWU

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

137,734 mi
Last recorded137,734 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ58 LWU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 137,734 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 130,654 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 122,975 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2022 121,604 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2022 121,604 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 120,730 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 119,689 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2020 119,689 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 116,362 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted.

Pass 9 Nov 2018 108,411 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Nov 2018 108,411 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 93,880 miles

Rear condition number plate

Pass 2 Nov 2016 77,072 miles

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

Fail 2 Nov 2016 77,072 miles

Front front brake excessively fluctuating condition front discs (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour BOTH SIDES (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2015 61,384 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 46,080 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2013 31,428 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 31,417 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 21,078 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 13,114 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 12,234 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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GJ58 LWU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 GJ58 LWU, 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 GJ58 LWU registered?

GJ58 LWU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 20 September 2008.

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