2008 Mercedes-Benz SL 3.7L Petrol · BB57 LMB
2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (3.7L, petrol). First registered 15 Feb 2008. Recorded mileage 116,721 miles. MOT expired on 19 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ SL
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 116,721 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BB57 LMB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/10/2025
- 116,721 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BB57 LMB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mercedes-Benz Sl (BB57 LMB) between November 2021 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (14 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))”.
BB57 LMB Mileage History
- 09/11/2021111,837 mi
- 10/11/2021111,874 mi+37 mi
- 01/03/2023115,509 mi+3,635 mi
- 29/07/2024116,717 mi+1,208 mi
- 21/10/2025116,721 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 1,237 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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