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WL08 PDO

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

63,034 mi
Last recorded63,034 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL08 PDO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 63,034 miles

rear underside heavily wax-oiled

Pass 30 Jan 2025 62,412 miles

heavily wax oiled under side

Fail 29 Jan 2025 62,412 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

heavily wax oiled under side

Fail 7 Nov 2024 62,373 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 61,615 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Fail 15 Nov 2023 61,615 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 60,659 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2021 59,567 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2021 59,542 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Brake pipe excessively corroded to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 58,781 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2019 58,876 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2019 58,876 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 56,692 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 54,968 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 53,613 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 52,076 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front wheel bearings have slight play

engine cover and under trays fitted

Fail 17 Nov 2015 52,062 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front wheel bearings have slight play

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2014 42,519 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn on outer edges,cracked on sidewalls and between tread, advise new

Pass 10 Dec 2013 34,307 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 18,115 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jul 2011 10,236 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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WL08 PDO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WL08 PDO, 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 WL08 PDO registered?

WL08 PDO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 10 July 2008.

Is WL08 PDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL08 PDO shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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