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YR08 XVW

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

55,672 mi
Last recorded55,672 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 XVW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 55,672 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 49,641 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 49,624 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 48,702 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 48,330 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 47,922 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2019 47,276 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 46,549 miles

Offside Rear tear to tyre inner side wall

Pass 22 Apr 2017 45,949 miles

Offside Rear Has cut on inner side wall not deep enough to see cords

Slight bind on nearside front brake

Pass 23 Apr 2016 45,029 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 44,784 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2013 42,804 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 38,664 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 31,198 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 30,990 miles

N/S/F fog lamp glass cracked.

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 30,990 miles

N/S/F fog lamp glass cracked.

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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YR08 XVW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YR08 XVW, 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 YR08 XVW registered?

YR08 XVW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is YR08 XVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 XVW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YR08 XVW have outstanding finance?

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