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MV08 DVN

2008 Mercedes-benz Clc

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

124,817 mi
Last recorded124,817 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clc72,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV08 DVN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClc
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 124,817 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front 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 Lens slightly damaged

Fail 28 Apr 2025 124,817 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front 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 Lens slightly damaged

Pass 20 Apr 2024 120,454 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 Mar 2024 120,414 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 116,790 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2023 116,787 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Feb 2022 110,997 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2022 110,997 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 107,106 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 103,226 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Nov 2019 103,158 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction MIL on constantly (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

driver seatbelt slow to retract

front brake pads possibly getting low - dificult to inspect possibly getting low

n/s/r tyre showing approx 3mm tread in places

Pass 29 Nov 2018 98,428 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2018 98,428 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 93,349 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 73,101 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2015 50,664 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 43,810 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 37,824 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 31,612 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 31,534 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 31,534 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 28,581 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 23,848 miles

nearside front tyre slight damage to sidewall

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Clc?

Based on 189,282 MOT tests across 11,249 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
5,686
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
11,249
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,957
coil spring broken 1,908
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MV08 DVN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clc in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Clc models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 72,373 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 Clc fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,957 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MV08 DVN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Clc typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MV08 DVN registered?

MV08 DVN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clc, first registered on 19 June 2008.

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