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HM52 GAY

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

102,057 mi
Last recorded102,057 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHM52 GAY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 102,057 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jun 2025 95,780 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 89,691 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on outside of tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on outside of tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords has cut on inside of tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 May 2023 88,781 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 85,010 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 83,621 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 132,590 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 78,050 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 76,992 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 68,383 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 68,383 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 62,959 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 53,634 miles

Nearside Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 47,311 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 32,904 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 19,638 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 19,638 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 15,998 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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HM52 GAY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver 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 HM52 GAY, 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 HM52 GAY registered?

HM52 GAY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is HM52 GAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HM52 GAY 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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