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LB08 BCE

2008 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,852 mi
Last recorded34,852 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl42,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 BCE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 21 May 2026 34,852 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 32,836 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 32,930 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 30,811 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 28,002 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 23,392 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 May 2013 21,339 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 3 Dec 2012 19,722 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2011 16,621 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?

Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
2,023
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
35,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,801
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,463
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,767
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LB08 BCE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 42,470 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB08 BCE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sl typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LB08 BCE?

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What year was LB08 BCE registered?

LB08 BCE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is LB08 BCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB08 BCE shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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