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YX08 VKU

2008 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Petrol 3495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

78,499 mi
Last recorded78,499 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk69,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 VKU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2023 78,499 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2021 74,566 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 70,508 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2019 69,603 miles

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

Nearside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

rear heat shield insecure

Pass 26 Nov 2018 68,162 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 65,779 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 63,413 miles

under body panels preventing full inspection

Pass 17 Nov 2015 55,088 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 48,798 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2014 48,788 miles

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

both front tyres worn uneven on inner edge almost to canvas

Pass 13 Jan 2014 41,706 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2013 34,597 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 27,890 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2011 20,171 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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YX08 VKU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 3,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YX08 VKU, 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 YX08 VKU registered?

YX08 VKU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is YX08 VKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX08 VKU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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