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HV08 ODU

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

176,873 mi
Last recorded176,873 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 ODU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2023 176,873 miles

under tray fitted

Fail 19 Jun 2023 176,873 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

under tray fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2022 163,447 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 136,882 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 104,175 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 62,821 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 41,614 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 41,571 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 9 May 2017 37,038 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 32,284 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 - 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 - 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

o/s/f tyre slight damage to sidewall

park brake just met limits

unable to see brake pads for inspection

Pass 10 Mar 2015 28,037 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Mar 2014 24,882 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2014 24,882 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 21,567 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 18,134 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 13,832 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 ODU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 ODU, 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 ODU registered?

HV08 ODU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is HV08 ODU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 ODU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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