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T20 DBN

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

55,873 mi
Last recorded55,873 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT20 DBN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 55,873 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 54,224 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 54,078 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 52,549 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 47,316 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 39,463 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre has a cut to the outer sidewall but not exposing the cords

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2020 35,438 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 35,438 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2019 29,907 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 25,577 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edges and perishing

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2017 24,185 miles

Both rear tyres wearing close to wear indicators

N/S/F tyre wearing slightly on edges, with slight wall damage

Pass 18 Mar 2016 21,287 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 21,287 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2015 20,032 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 18,375 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

O/S/F Wheel Rim Distorted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2013 16,596 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2012 15,185 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2011 14,131 miles

both front tyres wearing low on edges

Fail 25 Mar 2011 14,129 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)

both front tyres wearing low on edges

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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T20 DBN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 T20 DBN, 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 T20 DBN registered?

T20 DBN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is T20 DBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for T20 DBN shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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