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S123 JHT

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,421 mi
Last recorded93,421 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS123 JHT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 93,421 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 87,982 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 87,015 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 84,994 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2021 82,934 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2021 82,934 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 80,897 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 79,456 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 76,541 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 73,056 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 68,538 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2015 62,852 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 56,246 miles

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

Fail 10 Oct 2014 56,246 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2013 48,931 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 43,209 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

brake pedal rubber worn

Pass 4 Oct 2012 43,209 miles

brake pedal rubber worn

Pass 12 Oct 2011 36,031 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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S123 JHT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S123 JHT, 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 S123 JHT registered?

S123 JHT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is S123 JHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S123 JHT shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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