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V8 BGV

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,855 mi
Last recorded5,855 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 BGV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2026 5,855 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2025 5,703 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 5,624 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 5,543 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 5,247 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 5,144 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 5,040 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 4,794 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 4,711 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 4,187 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 3,901 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 3,663 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 3,291 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 3,038 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 2,588 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 2,363 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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V8 BGV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V8 BGV, 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 V8 BGV registered?

V8 BGV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 8 September 2008.

Is V8 BGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V8 BGV shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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