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HG08 EXB

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

54,898 mi
Last recorded54,898 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 EXB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 54,898 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approximate 80% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 40,908 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 27,554 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 17,938 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 17,395 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 17,269 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 14,421 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 14,393 miles

All brake discs rusty

Pass 16 Apr 2018 14,352 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 14,126 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 12,552 miles

both front tyres perished

Fail 13 Apr 2016 12,552 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front tyres perished

Pass 7 Apr 2015 11,927 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 11,381 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 70,398 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 10,452 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 8,981 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 6,497 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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HG08 EXB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HG08 EXB, 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 HG08 EXB registered?

HG08 EXB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is HG08 EXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 EXB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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