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KY08 OBS

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

97,914 mi
Last recorded97,914 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY08 OBS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2020 97,914 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 90,777 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 83,018 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 46,817 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 65,267 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2016 65,267 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 56,705 miles

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Jan 2015 56,705 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 46,197 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 39,865 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

button missing from n/s/f seatbelt.

park brake audible ratchet at pedal broken.

Pass 1 Feb 2012 35,502 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2011 30,154 miles

Cut in N/S/R tyre. not showing chord.

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

N/S/F wheel arch liner damaged.

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

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

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

Seatbelt buckle securing button missing.

Pass 2 Feb 2011 30,154 miles

Cut in N/S/R tyre. not showing chord.

N/S/F wheel arch liner damaged.

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

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

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

Seatbelt buckle securing button missing.

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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KY08 OBS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KY08 OBS, 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

How do I check the history of KY08 OBS?

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What year was KY08 OBS registered?

KY08 OBS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is KY08 OBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY08 OBS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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