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HK08 XFX

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Red Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

99,748 mi
Last recorded99,748 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 XFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 99,748 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 99,042 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2024 95,584 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 93,221 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2023 93,221 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 92,060 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 90,239 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2020 88,027 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 83,665 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 78,410 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2018 78,410 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2017 71,767 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 59,332 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 50,811 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 45,254 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 40,668 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 38,681 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 34,819 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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HK08 XFX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Red with a 2,996cc 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 HK08 XFX, 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

How do I check the history of HK08 XFX?

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What year was HK08 XFX registered?

HK08 XFX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is HK08 XFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 XFX 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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