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GY08 UHC

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

106,127 mi
Last recorded106,127 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY08 UHC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 106,127 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective starting to smear the screen (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both also tyre slightly perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Feb 2025 101,941 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 92,844 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Wiper not contacting bottom left of screen (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 82,536 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 75,248 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 69,483 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT 2553518 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Jun 2021 69,433 miles

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT 2553518 (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 6 Jul 2020 60,504 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 53,466 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 53,463 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2018 49,538 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 49,519 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 44,500 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 42,267 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 40,049 miles

unable to clearly see front brake pads

Pass 9 Jul 2014 38,392 miles

Advise near side rear brake noise from caliper .

Advise unable to fully inspect all four inner wheel arches plus outer sills due to trims fitted also 85% of under body inclueding components due to the above .

Pass 15 Jul 2013 37,667 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 33,917 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 28,123 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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GY08 UHC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GY08 UHC, 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 GY08 UHC registered?

GY08 UHC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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The MOT history for GY08 UHC shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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