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PJ08 XXF

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

129,630 mi
Last recorded129,630 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ08 XXF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 129,630 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 120,730 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 118,795 miles

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

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

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Service brake requirements only just met 67 percent (1.2.1 (c))

all brake disc surfaces have light corrosion

Fail 23 Jul 2024 118,793 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure not fully secured. bolt nut left lose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bar bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Service brake requirements only just met 67 percent (1.2.1 (c))

all brake disc surfaces have light corrosion

Pass 22 Mar 2023 114,612 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 107,347 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 106,970 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 104,853 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords two large cuts on inside side wall--225/40R18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Severe cracking in primary grooves--255/35R18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm of the two (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2021 104,853 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 255/35R18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords two large cuts on inside side wall--225/40R18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Severe cracking in primary grooves--255/35R18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm of the two (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 102,529 miles

Factory fitted engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 2 May 2019 90,378 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 86,498 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 79,909 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 79,909 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 73,731 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 65,636 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 52,870 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 48,965 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 35,274 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 27,787 miles

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

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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PJ08 XXF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 PJ08 XXF, 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 PJ08 XXF registered?

PJ08 XXF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 12 June 2008.

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