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RVB 566

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

37,488 mi
Last recorded37,488 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVB 566
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 37,488 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All greased at ends (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Front of back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 37,453 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 37,239 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 37,144 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 35,670 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 35,244 miles

Exhaust mounting defective centre corroded (6.1.2 (a))

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

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 34,995 miles

Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken (system secure ) (6.1.2 (a))

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

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 26 Nov 2018 34,995 miles

Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken (system secure ) (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 33,471 miles

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

n/s front tyre inner side wall split no/ply/cords exposed

Fail 27 Nov 2017 33,471 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

n/s front tyre inner side wall split no/ply/cords exposed

Pass 3 Nov 2016 30,106 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2015 27,551 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 24,252 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 23,141 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 18,825 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 13,364 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 13,339 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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RVB 566 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 RVB 566, 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 RVB 566 registered?

RVB 566 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is RVB 566 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVB 566 shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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