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VK08 UXZ

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

115,741 mi
Last recorded115,741 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 UXZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2022 115,741 miles

both rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 2 Sep 2021 111,885 miles

front bumper damaged

hand brake on limit

n/s/r brake minor minor

rear disc corroded

Pass 18 Mar 2019 101,433 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 96,571 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 89,241 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 76,789 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2015 56,520 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2015 56,520 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 51,376 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 38,791 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 29,543 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 9 Sep 2011 29,543 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 25 Mar 2011 23,145 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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VK08 UXZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VK08 UXZ, 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 VK08 UXZ registered?

VK08 UXZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is VK08 UXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK08 UXZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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