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Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

J8 GDAMOT history

J8 GDA is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 4 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 156,591 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Feb 2027
Mileage
156,591 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,560 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 GDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 GDA was last recorded at 156,591 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 2,521 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,070 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,521 miles
Average per year
3,560 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,591 miles
  • 2025 – 154,070 miles
  • 2024 – 152,506 miles
  • 2022 – 150,517 miles
  • 2021 – 148,172 miles
  • 2020 – 140,236 miles
  • 2019 – 137,207 miles
  • 2018 – 134,733 miles
  • 2017 – 130,528 miles
  • 2016 – 130,423 miles
  • 2015 – 126,245 miles
  • 2014 – 123,539 miles
  • 2013 – 118,381 miles
  • 2012 – 114,836 miles
  • 2011 – 105,969 miles
  • 2010 – 102,682 miles
  • 2009 – 98,498 miles
  • 2007 – 96,427 miles
  • 2006 – 90,825 miles
  • 2005 – 84,794 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,591 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFuel hose deteriorated off fuel filter (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody / component corrosion
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above subframe (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material off flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryReverse lamp not workingRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside sill panel damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre/ slight inner edge wear

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 Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Front exhaust bracket broken by gearbox

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front fog lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,591 miles (+2,521)1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    156,591 miles
    Test number
    446227056561
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel hose deteriorated off fuel filter (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody / component corrosion
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material off flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside sill panel damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre/ slight inner edge wear

  2. Pass154,070 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    154,070 miles
    Test number
    414526516411
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust bracket broken by gearbox
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working

  3. Fail154,070 miles (+1,564)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,070 miles
    Test number
    756985113300
    • MajorFuel pipe damaged Excessively corroded by fuel pump (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking By fuel tank/ requires investigation (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust bracket broken by gearbox
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working

  4. Pass152,506 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    152,506 miles
    Test number
    229491923331
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides, outputs slightly reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll other general underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryO/s/f chassis (under headlamp) and o/s/r boot floorpan corroded/holed outside 30cm radius of components
    • AdvisoryOne exhaust bracket snapped, system still supported (off gearbox)
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover sills fitted
    • AdvisoryReverse lamps not working

  5. Fail152,506 miles (+1,989)1 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,506 miles
    Test number
    168436320450
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides, outputs slightly reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll other general underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryO/s/f chassis (under headlamp) and o/s/r boot floorpan corroded/holed outside 30cm radius of components
    • AdvisoryOne exhaust bracket snapped, system still supported (off gearbox)
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover sills fitted
    • AdvisoryReverse lamps not working

  6. Pass150,517 miles (+2,345)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    150,517 miles
    Test number
    862760714375
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides,advise polishing (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides,wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll other general underbody/component corrosion
    • AdvisoryReverse lamps not working

  7. Pass148,172 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    148,172 miles
    Test number
    222210227220
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail148,172 miles (+7,936)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,172 miles
    Test number
    450724975814
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt top arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass140,236 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    140,236 miles
    Test number
    468344979464
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail140,236 miles (+3,029)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,236 miles
    Test number
    414088262157
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass137,207 miles (+2,474)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    137,207 miles
    Test number
    537590203538
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass134,733 miles (+4,205)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    134,733 miles
    Test number
    559521782877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass130,528 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    130,528 miles
    Test number
    861841200617
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight play

  14. Fail130,527 miles (+104)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,527 miles
    Test number
    392705307828
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight play

  15. Pass130,423 miles (+4,178)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    130,423 miles
    Test number
    520946519964
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f fog light not working
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner steering joints

  16. Pass126,245 miles (+2,706)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    126,245 miles
    Test number
    390327949864
    • AdvisoryO/s/f & n/s/f tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner steering joints

  17. Pass123,539 miles (+5,158)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    123,539 miles
    Test number
    937253874251
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass118,381 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    118,381 miles
    Test number
    257983363273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Fail118,377 miles (+3,541)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,377 miles
    Test number
    866752463283
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass114,836 miles (+8,867)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    114,836 miles
    Test number
    336118702115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Pass105,969 miles (+3,287)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    105,969 miles
    Test number
    556570011129
    • NoteNear side rear drive shaft bolt loose to axle,.

  22. Pass102,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    102,682 miles
    Test number
    214595520494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail102,682 miles (+4,184)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,682 miles
    Test number
    250327710429
    • FailureFront registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass98,498 miles (+2,071)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    98,498 miles
    Test number
    113446689059
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass96,427 miles (+5,602)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    96,427 miles
    Test number
    174261237393
    • 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)

  26. Pass90,825 miles (+6,031)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    90,825 miles
    Test number
    840594736383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass84,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    84,794 miles
    Test number
    244446135379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J8 GDA

Does J8 GDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 GDA is valid until 15 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 GDA?
The MOT on J8 GDA is valid until 15 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 GDA done?
J8 GDA was recorded at 156,591 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 3,560 miles a year.
Has J8 GDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 GDA has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on J8 GDA 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 J8 GDA find?
J8 GDA passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 15 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front exhaust mounting defective; fuel hose deteriorated off fuel filter, and 13 more.

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