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HD57 HJK

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Purple Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

86,870 mi
Last recorded86,870 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD57 HJK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 86,870 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 4 Mar 2026 86,870 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2025 84,164 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 80,701 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 77,077 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2022 72,134 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 67,189 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 62,697 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 56,622 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2018 50,957 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 43,044 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 39,186 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 37,537 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jan 2014 34,696 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 32,160 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 27,334 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 20,965 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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HD57 HJK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Purple with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 HD57 HJK, 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 HD57 HJK registered?

HD57 HJK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 17 January 2008.

Is HD57 HJK safe to buy?

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