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GJ58 WNG

2008 Mercedes-benz Clc

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

129,238 mi
Last recorded129,238 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clc72,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ58 WNG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClc
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 129,238 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 125,529 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2025 125,529 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 121,078 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2024 121,075 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2023 117,539 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2023 117,537 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 114,022 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 Mar 2022 113,987 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread broken (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off delamination (0.1 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 108,374 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2021 108,374 miles

Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 105,238 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2020 105,238 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 98,562 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 98,558 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 88,726 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2018 88,372 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jan 2017 83,283 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 75,728 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2015 70,889 miles

Steering wheel cover fitted

Fail 3 Jan 2015 70,889 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Steering wheel cover fitted

Pass 9 Jan 2014 66,010 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Steering wheel cover fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jan 2013 60,601 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 58,056 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 35,226 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Clc?

Based on 189,282 MOT tests across 11,249 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
5,686
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
11,249
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,957
coil spring broken 1,908
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GJ58 WNG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clc in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Clc models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 72,373 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 Clc fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,957 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ58 WNG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Clc typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GJ58 WNG registered?

GJ58 WNG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clc, first registered on 18 October 2008.

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