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LP08 FYS

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

129,380 mi
Last recorded129,380 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP08 FYS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2019 129,380 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2019 129,377 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2018 116,299 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 108,399 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2017 108,399 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 104,411 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2016 104,325 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 92,614 miles

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)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 85,158 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 72,570 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

Fail 10 Jul 2013 72,039 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

front brake discs slightly worn

nearside front tyre worn on edges

offside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 30 Jun 2012 50,942 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 30,509 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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LP08 FYS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LP08 FYS, 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 LP08 FYS registered?

LP08 FYS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is LP08 FYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP08 FYS shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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