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WG08 MKZ

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,697 mi
Last recorded101,697 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 MKZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2024 101,697 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 100,518 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2023 100,518 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2022 97,747 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 95,266 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2021 95,266 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 91,994 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 90,331 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2019 90,331 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 2 Feb 2018 84,074 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 83,040 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 80,392 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 80,392 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 68,774 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Jun 2015 68,595 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jul 2014 55,914 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 50,712 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 38,877 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 27,412 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 19,030 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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WG08 MKZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WG08 MKZ, 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 WG08 MKZ?

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What year was WG08 MKZ registered?

WG08 MKZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is WG08 MKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG08 MKZ shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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