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OX03 JEF

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,481 mi
Last recorded99,481 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOX03 JEF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 99,481 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2026 99,479 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 May 2025 91,156 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 83,628 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output NSF AND OSF (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 73,852 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 66,424 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2022 66,400 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 24 Dec 2020 62,052 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2020 62,052 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both number plates have incorrect spacing (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45r17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/40r17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2019 56,151 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 47,380 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 44,000 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 42,453 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 42,402 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 34,512 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 30,866 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Nov 2013 30,866 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 May 2013 30,143 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 May 2012 27,501 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

cut in n/s/f tyre outer sidewall (not too cord)

Pass 28 May 2011 24,375 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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OX03 JEF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OX03 JEF, 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 OX03 JEF registered?

OX03 JEF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 27 May 2008.

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