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LB08 BBU

2008 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

63,798 mi
Last recorded63,798 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk50,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 BBU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 63,798 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2025 61,755 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 58,376 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 57,475 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2022 56,414 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2022 56,365 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 53,888 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 52,355 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 47,866 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 41,162 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 33,059 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 24,617 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 22 May 2014 14,910 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise some slight damage to off side front tyre inner side wall

Pass 21 May 2013 12,042 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise both rear tyres,tread wearing low 2.0mm

Fail 17 May 2013 12,038 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise both rear tyres,tread wearing low 2.0mm

Pass 23 May 2012 9,105 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 May 2011 7,353 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Slk?

Based on 1,335,553 MOT tests across 81,472 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,226
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
81,472
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,060
coil spring broken 11,334
Stop lamp not working 8,797
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,610
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 8,088
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LB08 BBU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 50,660 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Slk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,060 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB08 BBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Slk typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LB08 BBU registered?

LB08 BBU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 10 June 2008.

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