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WG08 TMZ

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 TMZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025
Fail 13 Jun 2025

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2023 126,864 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2023 126,864 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 May 2022 113,119 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 108,028 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 99,022 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 99,022 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 94,032 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 94,032 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 82,774 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 70,905 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 68,442 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn and corroded

Offside Front brake disc worn and corroded

Pass 4 Sep 2014 63,832 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front tyre starting to go bald on its very edges

offside rear tyre starting to split on its inner edge

reversing camera slightly overhanging rear no.plate

Fail 3 Sep 2014 63,832 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

nearside front tyre starting to go bald on its very edges

reversing camera slightly overhanging rear no.plate

Pass 30 Aug 2013 58,052 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Sep 2012 53,601 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 53,601 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 48,624 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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 TMZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 TMZ, 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 WG08 TMZ registered?

WG08 TMZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is WG08 TMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG08 TMZ shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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