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R808 DGV

1997 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

88,690 mi
Last recorded88,690 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk105,377 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR808 DGV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 88,690 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 88,689 miles

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 88,180 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 88,059 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 87,263 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 86,800 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 28 Apr 2020 85,272 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 84,075 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 83,037 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 81,730 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 80,228 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 77,336 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 77,336 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 75,507 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 74,351 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Apr 2012 70,735 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 70,735 miles
Pass 2 May 2011 68,708 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 66,650 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 64,505 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 16 Apr 2009 64,499 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 61,925 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear diff damp

sign's of corrosion all under vehicle

Fail 19 Apr 2008 61,925 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear diff damp

sign's of corrosion all under vehicle

Pass 3 Feb 2007 61,285 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 60,450 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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R808 DGV is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 105,377 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 R808 DGV, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R808 DGV registered?

R808 DGV is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is R808 DGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R808 DGV shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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