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HV08 CMK

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

52,620 mi
Last recorded52,620 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 CMK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 52,620 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 23 Feb 2026 52,620 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 47,855 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2024 47,399 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Fail 1 Oct 2024 47,397 miles

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2023 46,621 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2022 41,340 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 37,598 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 36,137 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2020 36,137 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2019 34,565 miles

Rear Tyres Cracking Perished Tread

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

Pass 19 Feb 2018 32,362 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 32,361 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2017 30,533 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 28,640 miles

Both Front Tyres Split & Perished Sidewalls

Engine Covers & Undertrays Fitted Obscuring Some Components

Pass 4 Feb 2015 26,793 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres slightly perished

Fail 6 Feb 2014 20,478 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Lower N/S of the front bumper has a large dent in plastic.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Feb 2014 20,478 miles

Lower N/S of the front bumper has a large dent in plastic.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Feb 2013 18,086 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 16,063 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 12,507 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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HV08 CMK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 HV08 CMK, 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 HV08 CMK registered?

HV08 CMK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is HV08 CMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 CMK shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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