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LM57 THN

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

85,574 mi
Last recorded85,574 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 THN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 85,574 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 26 Jun 2026 85,570 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 80,166 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2025 80,165 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn thrust arm bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 75,502 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 69,392 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 66,705 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 66,585 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 65,289 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2019 59,279 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2018 53,957 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2017 48,707 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 43,751 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 43,740 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2015 38,954 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 38,954 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 30 May 2014 37,480 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 34,594 miles

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 32,406 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 27,640 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 23,692 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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LM57 THN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LM57 THN, 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 LM57 THN?

You can check the full history of LM57 THN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LM57 THN registered?

LM57 THN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is LM57 THN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM57 THN shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LM57 THN have outstanding finance?

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