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GU58 LYJ

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

84,232 mi
Last recorded84,232 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 LYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 84,232 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 82,652 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 80,779 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 78,520 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 76,869 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 75,890 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2020 75,879 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Oct 2019 74,294 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2019 74,294 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2018 72,148 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 69,522 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 66,727 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 63,363 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 58,064 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 51,244 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inner an outer edges

Pass 22 Sep 2012 45,768 miles

n/s front tyre worn close to minimum limits on both edges (advise replacement)

o/s rear tyre worn close to limit indicators

Fail 22 Sep 2012 45,768 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

n/s front tyre worn close to minimum limits on both edges (advise replacement)

o/s rear tyre worn close to limit indicators

Pass 27 Sep 2011 33,498 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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GU58 LYJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GU58 LYJ, 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 GU58 LYJ registered?

GU58 LYJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is GU58 LYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU58 LYJ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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