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Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 2,597 cc

C8 SMLMOT history

C8 SML is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 20 Aug 2004. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 55,143 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

C8 SML silver Mercedes-Benz Clk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
55,143 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,905 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 SML
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
20 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 SML was last recorded at 55,143 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Jul 2014: 33,221 miles, lower than 33,921 miles on 4 Jul 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
55,119 miles · 17 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
1,905 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,143 miles
  • 2024 – 53,190 miles
  • 2021 – 50,682 miles
  • 2020 – 47,948 miles
  • 2019 – 43,190 miles
  • 2018 – 39,730 miles
  • 2016 – 37,102 miles
  • 2015 – 36,046 miles
  • 2014 – 33,221 miles
  • 2013 – 27,208 miles
  • 2011 – 24,193 miles
  • 2008 – 21,987 miles
  • 2007 – 20,290 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,143 miles
  • AdvisoryVehicle freshly undersealedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 13 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,143 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    55,143 miles
    Test number
    739740769600
    • AdvisoryVehicle freshly undersealed

  2. Fail55,119 miles (+1,929)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,119 miles
    Test number
    854001397241
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPosition lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle freshly undersealed

  3. Pass53,190 miles (+2,508)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    53,190 miles
    Test number
    840230885563
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes at rear brake hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass50,682 miles (+2,734)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    50,682 miles
    Test number
    961264161668
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement foremost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement foremost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass47,948 miles (+4,758)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    47,948 miles
    Test number
    140883939573
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass43,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    43,190 miles
    Test number
    684825187180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail43,190 miles (+3,460)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,190 miles
    Test number
    903889936667
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass39,730 miles (+2,628)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    39,730 miles
    Test number
    516304510250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass37,102 miles (+1,056)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    37,102 miles
    Test number
    287632066983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass36,046 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    36,046 miles
    Test number
    647140295190
    • NoteMinor sidewall damage nearside front tyre

  11. Fail36,046 miles (+2,825)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,046 miles
    Test number
    315780795142
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteMinor sidewall damage nearside front tyre

  12. Pass33,221 miles (-700)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    33,221 miles
    Test number
    456998384129
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteGearbox oil leak
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on legal limit

  13. Fail33,921 miles (+6,713)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,921 miles
    Test number
    785235984120
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteGearbox oil leak
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on legal limit

  14. Pass27,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    27,208 miles
    Test number
    887198913024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail27,208 miles (+3,015)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,208 miles
    Test number
    307287913057
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  16. Pass24,193 miles (+2,206)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    24,193 miles
    Test number
    429843751339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,987 miles (+1,697)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    21,987 miles
    Test number
    341217038348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,290 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    20,290 miles
    Test number
    753708847368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail20,288 miles7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,288 miles
    Test number
    591907247336
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about C8 SML

Does C8 SML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 SML is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 SML?
The MOT on C8 SML is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 SML done?
C8 SML was recorded at 55,143 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 1,905 miles a year.
Has C8 SML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 SML has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on C8 SML ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Jul 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on C8 SML find?
C8 SML passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: vehicle freshly undersealed.

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