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Mercedes-Benz CLC

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,796 cc

J8 BKOMOT history

J8 BKO is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz CLC first used on 18 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 28 Jul 2025 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 166,971 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jul 2024.

J8 BKO black Mercedes-Benz Clc – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Jul 2025
Mileage
166,971 mi
At MOT on 26 Jul 2024
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,483 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 BKO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLC
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
18 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 BKO was last recorded at 166,971 miles on 26 Jul 2024, 12,451 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Feb 2018: 11,741 miles, lower than 85,577 miles on 20 Apr 2016.

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
154,520 miles · 29 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
12,451 miles
Average per year
11,483 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 166,971 miles
  • 2023 – 154,520 miles
  • 2022 – 142,280 miles
  • 2020 – 135,855 miles
  • 2019 – 122,954 miles
  • 2018 – 11,741 miles
  • 2016 – 85,577 miles
  • 2015 – 73,091 miles
  • 2013 – 54,848 miles
  • 2012 – 33,068 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,971 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush both sides (2.5.B.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 27 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,971 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    166,971 miles
    Test number
    549258480012
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail166,971 miles (+12,451)1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,971 miles
    Test number
    794041847031
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass154,520 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    154,520 miles
    Test number
    570951685592
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail154,520 miles (+12,240)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,520 miles
    Test number
    226611336578
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass142,280 miles (+6,425)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    142,280 miles
    Test number
    556128798885
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass135,855 miles (+12,901)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    135,855 miles
    Test number
    179220633982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass122,954 miles (+111,213)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    122,954 miles
    Test number
    793774242021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass11,741 miles (-73,836)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    11,741 miles
    Test number
    353748757841
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass85,577 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    85,577 miles
    Test number
    626916103071
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush both sides (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail85,572 miles (+12,481)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,572 miles
    Test number
    209697767418
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush both sides (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass73,091 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    73,091 miles
    Test number
    609667685096
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail73,073 miles (+18,225)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,073 miles
    Test number
    185096085464
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre side wall cut but no cord exposed at time of test
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cut but no cord exposed at time of test
    • NoteO/s/f tyre cut but no cord exposed at time of test

  13. Pass54,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    54,848 miles
    Test number
    249763833359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail54,848 miles (+21,780)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,848 miles
    Test number
    105873833301
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass33,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    33,068 miles
    Test number
    728812132358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J8 BKO

Does J8 BKO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J8 BKO expired on 28 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J8 BKO?
The MOT on J8 BKO expired on 28 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J8 BKO done?
J8 BKO was recorded at 166,971 miles at its MOT on 26 Jul 2024, an average of 11,483 miles a year.
Has J8 BKO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 BKO has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on J8 BKO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Feb 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on J8 BKO find?
J8 BKO passed its latest MOT on 26 Jul 2024 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged; offside front obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 4 more.

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