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RWC 273

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

103,598 mi
Last recorded103,598 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRWC 273
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 103,598 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Castor arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 87,610 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Suspension unit modified but function not affected NSF SHOCK FITTED TO OSF SIDE (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 69,365 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 68,413 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 66,486 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 64,036 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 62,031 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 60,306 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 58,844 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 58,775 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 55,518 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 52,254 miles

nearside rear tyre has cut inner wall NOT deep enough to reach ply

offside wiper starting to smear

Pass 19 Jun 2014 46,845 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 42,012 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 40,265 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 32,330 miles

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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RWC 273 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 RWC 273, 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.

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What year was RWC 273 registered?

RWC 273 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 16 September 2008.

Is RWC 273 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RWC 273 shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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