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LR08 XZZ

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

84,792 mi
Last recorded84,792 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 XZZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 84,792 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 81,746 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 77,803 miles

Engine, Sill & Undertray covers fitted

General corrosion underneath the vehicle

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Side-mirror discoloured (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2023 77,746 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Both bushes split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Outer Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Engine, Sill & Undertray covers fitted

General corrosion underneath the vehicle

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Side-mirror discoloured (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 74,309 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2022 74,307 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 69,920 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 66,017 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2019 60,785 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 58,481 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 55,934 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 53,330 miles

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

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 14 May 2015 49,779 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 46,692 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 41,199 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2012 36,628 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 31,534 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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LR08 XZZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 LR08 XZZ, 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 LR08 XZZ registered?

LR08 XZZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is LR08 XZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR08 XZZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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