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HN08 VYU

2008 Mercedes-benz Clc

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

134,934 mi
Last recorded134,934 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clc72,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN08 VYU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClc
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 134,934 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 126,634 miles

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

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

Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Nearside and Offside (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2024 126,634 miles

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

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

Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Nearside and Offside (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 125,339 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 118,080 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 108,849 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2019 95,107 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2019 95,106 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 67,118 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2017 58,629 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 27 Nov 2017 58,624 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 19 Nov 2016 56,371 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 54,905 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2015 54,905 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 52,292 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2014 52,292 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 49,619 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 39,697 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011
Pass 7 Jun 2011 41,505 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 41,505 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Clc?

Based on 189,282 MOT tests across 11,249 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
5,686
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
11,249
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,957
coil spring broken 1,908
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HN08 VYU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clc in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Clc models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 72,373 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Clc fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,957 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HN08 VYU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Clc typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HN08 VYU registered?

HN08 VYU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clc, first registered on 11 June 2008.

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