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WP08 FTV

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

189,791 mi
Last recorded189,791 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP08 FTV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2023 189,791 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both x 2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 180,202 miles

exhaust supports corroding

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside bodywork damaged

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

corrosion to underside components

covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 8 Jun 2021 180,202 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside bodywork damaged

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

corrosion to underside components

covers fitted obscuring some components

exhaust supports corroding

Pass 10 Apr 2018 154,035 miles

Nearside indicator lens damaged

Nearside light sidewall damaged to both tyres

Nearside wing mirror lens damaged

Offside Front coil spring corroded and both rear (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' chipped (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' chipped (8.3.1d)

covers fitted obscuring some components

exhaust supports corroded

Pass 26 Apr 2017 137,901 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2016 117,999 miles

both rear seat belts checked around child seats

damage to nearside of vehicle

engine covers fitted

exhaust system corroding

front brake discs BADLY WORN

rear brake discs slightly worn

under trays fitted

windscreen chipped both zones

Pass 31 Mar 2015 100,420 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs slightly worn

nearside rear seat belt checked around child seat

windscreen chipped both zones

Pass 19 Jun 2013 62,019 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 62,018 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 45,217 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 19 Jun 2012 45,215 miles

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 34,320 miles

Front registration plate damaged

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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WP08 FTV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 WP08 FTV, 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 WP08 FTV registered?

WP08 FTV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is WP08 FTV safe to buy?

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