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SC08 SAV

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

96,965 mi
Last recorded96,965 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC08 SAV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 96,965 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 94,050 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 90,624 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 83,377 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 74,219 miles

Offside Front tyre slightly worn on inner edge

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

Pass 5 Sep 2020 71,150 miles

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

Front windscreen chip

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 67,719 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

windscreen chipped

Pass 4 Sep 2018 59,237 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 51,831 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 44,304 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 37,464 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 34,731 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Sep 2013 30,787 miles

cant see front brake pads through the wheels

Pass 4 Jan 2013 28,426 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 23,842 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 May 2011 22,936 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 May 2011 22,936 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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SC08 SAV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 SC08 SAV, 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

How do I check the history of SC08 SAV?

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What year was SC08 SAV registered?

SC08 SAV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is SC08 SAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC08 SAV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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