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KU08 MJY

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

99,806 mi
Last recorded99,806 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 MJY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 99,806 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 May 2025 95,446 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 90,594 miles

Offside front wheel is damaged

Rear exhaust hanger is missing still secure at time of test

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

Fail 30 Apr 2024 90,374 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside front wheel is damaged

Rear exhaust hanger is missing still secure at time of test

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

Pass 28 Apr 2023 84,556 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))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 78,707 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 71,862 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 59,106 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 54,112 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 49,415 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 42,096 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2015 33,313 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 25,295 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 16,805 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 14,086 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 11,481 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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KU08 MJY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KU08 MJY, 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 KU08 MJY registered?

KU08 MJY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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The MOT history for KU08 MJY shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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