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Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,685 cc

C8 AYPMOT history

C8 AYP is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 10 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 148,912 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2024.

C8 AYP blue Mercedes-Benz Clk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Feb 2024
Mileage
148,912 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2024
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,009 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 AYP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

C8 AYP was last recorded at 148,912 miles on 4 Mar 2024, 47 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,865 miles · 27 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
47 miles
Average per year
8,009 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 148,912 miles
  • 2023 – 137,976 miles
  • 2022 – 126,286 miles
  • 2020 – 118,485 miles
  • 2019 – 108,726 miles
  • 2018 – 103,807 miles
  • 2017 – 86,881 miles
  • 2016 – 60,144 miles
  • 2015 – 38,495 miles
  • 2014 – 34,028 miles
  • 2013 – 29,232 miles
  • 2012 – 24,898 miles
  • 2011 – 19,501 miles
  • 2010 – 15,259 miles
  • 2009 – 13,691 miles
  • 2008 – 10,297 miles
  • 2007 – 8,413 miles
  • 2006 – 6,386 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail148,912 miles
  • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak INJECTOR (8.2.2.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn FRONT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail148,912 miles (+47)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,912 miles
    Test number
    152688775696
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak INJECTOR (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn FRONT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail148,865 miles (+10,889)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,865 miles
    Test number
    120785593958
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values 0.9 (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn outer rear ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer front ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass137,976 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    137,976 miles
    Test number
    499770277987
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail137,971 miles (+11,685)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,971 miles
    Test number
    176346598065
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear bottom (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass126,286 miles (+7,801)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    126,286 miles
    Test number
    579473649512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass118,485 miles (+9,759)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    118,485 miles
    Test number
    177505137772
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Slight edge wear. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower Forward arm, inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated.(Middle arm)

  7. Pass108,726 miles (+4,919)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    108,726 miles
    Test number
    108770666801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass103,807 miles (+16,926)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    103,807 miles
    Test number
    560700970204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass86,881 miles (+223)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    86,881 miles
    Test number
    227681863199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail86,658 miles (+26,514)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,658 miles
    Test number
    377472627520
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  11. Pass60,144 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    60,144 miles
    Test number
    318250182561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail60,143 miles (+21,648)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,143 miles
    Test number
    308471802975
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass38,495 miles (+4,467)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    38,495 miles
    Test number
    286925735483
    • NoteHigh level stop lamp is damaged.

  14. Pass34,028 miles (+4,796)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    34,028 miles
    Test number
    378109444136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,232 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    29,232 miles
    Test number
    469701953190
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre slightly worn on outer edge

  16. Fail29,231 miles (+4,333)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,231 miles
    Test number
    227911553447
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre slightly worn on outer edge

  17. Pass24,898 miles (+5,397)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    24,898 miles
    Test number
    675966542127
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteTread on n/s/r tyre less than 2mm
    • NoteTread on o/s/r tyre less than 3mm

  18. Pass19,501 miles (+4,242)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    19,501 miles
    Test number
    727487441183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass15,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    15,259 miles
    Test number
    780842650181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail15,259 miles (+1,568)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,259 miles
    Test number
    890362950154
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass13,691 miles (+3,394)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    13,691 miles
    Test number
    714638149126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,297 miles (+1,884)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    10,297 miles
    Test number
    712029248100
    • NoteTrays fitted under the vehicle, front to rear restricting view of testable items

  23. Pass8,413 miles (+2,027)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    8,413 miles
    Test number
    251985647139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass6,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2007
    Odometer
    6,386 miles
    Test number
    434018336105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 AYP

Does C8 AYP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on C8 AYP expired on 10 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on C8 AYP?
The MOT on C8 AYP expired on 10 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has C8 AYP done?
C8 AYP was recorded at 148,912 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2024, an average of 8,009 miles a year.
Has C8 AYP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 AYP has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on C8 AYP ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on C8 AYP find?
C8 AYP failed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2024 with 8 major defects and 2 advisories: driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended.; exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit; exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak injector, and 7 more.

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