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VE08 YKV

2008 Mercedes-benz Clc

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

101,143 mi
Last recorded101,143 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clc72,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE08 YKV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClc
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 101,143 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2025 101,143 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 99,165 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2024 99,163 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Nov 2023 96,531 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 92,930 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2021 88,336 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 85,264 miles

245 35 zr 18 92 y

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm inner side wall cracking due to under inflation (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm side wall cracking due to under inflation (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both the front wipers are slightly smearing the screen/aged

centre box support bracket is insecure system is still supported

tpms light displayed

Fail 25 Nov 2020 85,264 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working wing mirror unit led type (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

245 35 zr 18 92 y

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm inner side wall cracking due to under inflation strong advisory (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm also inner side wall cracking due to low inflation (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both the front wipers are slightly smearing the screen/aged

centre box support bracket is insecure system is still supported

tpms light displayed

Pass 26 Nov 2019 82,914 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2018 78,463 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 74,406 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2017 74,406 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 67,584 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 58,676 miles

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)

Fail 23 Oct 2015 58,676 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 50,276 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2013 45,129 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2013 45,129 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 38,613 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 36,423 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Clc?

Based on 189,282 MOT tests across 11,249 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
5,686
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
11,249
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,957
coil spring broken 1,908
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VE08 YKV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clc in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Clc models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 72,373 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Clc fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,957 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VE08 YKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Clc typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VE08 YKV registered?

VE08 YKV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clc, first registered on 18 July 2008.

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