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Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 3,498 cc

LB08 YLRMOT history

LB08 YLR is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 6 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 83,959 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
83,959 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,401 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 YLR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
6 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 YLR was last recorded at 83,959 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,955 miles · 9 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
4,401 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,959 miles
  • 2025 – 81,182 miles
  • 2024 – 79,893 miles
  • 2023 – 71,918 miles
  • 2022 – 67,761 miles
  • 2021 – 62,632 miles
  • 2020 – 57,197 miles
  • 2019 – 53,490 miles
  • 2018 – 48,947 miles
  • 2017 – 44,099 miles
  • 2016 – 39,547 miles
  • 2015 – 35,812 miles
  • 2014 – 30,521 miles
  • 2013 – 25,131 miles
  • 2012 – 23,454 miles
  • 2011 – 18,680 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,959 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside front tyres worn bald on inside edges [no cords showing] (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCovers fitted front to rear on underside of vehicle not allowing for viewing of some componentsRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside rear handbrake sticking slightlyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUnable to see nearside and offside sills [under covers]Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,959 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    83,959 miles
    Test number
    746395516134
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside front tyres worn bald on inside edges [no cords showing] (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted front to rear on underside of vehicle not allowing for viewing of some components
    • AdvisoryNearside rear handbrake sticking slightly
    • AdvisoryUnable to see nearside and offside sills [under covers]

  2. Fail83,955 miles (+2,773)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,955 miles
    Test number
    120180673538
    • MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn nearside and offside front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both rear sections of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside front tyres worn bald on inside edges [no cords showing] (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted front to rear on underside of vehicle not allowing for viewing of some components
    • AdvisoryNearside rear handbrake sticking slightly
    • AdvisoryUnable to check offside front wheel bearing [brake sticking]
    • AdvisoryUnable to see nearside and offside sills [under covers]

  3. Pass81,182 miles (+1,289)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    81,182 miles
    Test number
    774850536355
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear sections of both front to rear [unable to see most of pipes as above covers] (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive around alternator belt area ? (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside front worn bald on inside edges [no cords showing] (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted front to rear on underside of vehicle not allowing for viewing of some components
    • AdvisoryEngine undertray fitted not allowing for full inspection of engine bay area
    • AdvisoryUnable to see nearside and offside sills [under covers]

  4. Pass79,893 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    79,893 miles
    Test number
    630326523617
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail79,888 miles (+7,970)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,888 miles
    Test number
    743430558087
    • MajorCoil spring fractured or broken nearside and offside front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside rear [inner surface] (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear sections of both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside front showing slight wear on inside edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted front to rear on underside of vehicle not allowing for viewing of some components
    • AdvisoryNearside rear handbrake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryUnable to see nearside and offside sills [under covers]

  6. Pass71,918 miles (+4,157)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    71,918 miles
    Test number
    457772947804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass67,761 miles (+5,129)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    67,761 miles
    Test number
    402425068889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass62,632 miles (+5,435)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    62,632 miles
    Test number
    884486663203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass57,197 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    57,197 miles
    Test number
    652981671500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail57,181 miles (+3,691)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,181 miles
    Test number
    653976108287
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken W\G\B (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken W\G\G (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass53,490 miles (+4,543)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    53,490 miles
    Test number
    438076487568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,947 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    48,947 miles
    Test number
    762116056437
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail48,946 miles (+4,847)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,946 miles
    Test number
    929360824065
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass44,099 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    44,099 miles
    Test number
    277404989473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail44,095 miles (+4,548)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,095 miles
    Test number
    896649591368
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass39,547 miles (+3,735)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    39,547 miles
    Test number
    134161814317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,812 miles (+5,291)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    35,812 miles
    Test number
    986953005119
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass30,521 miles (+5,390)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    30,521 miles
    Test number
    646217094018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,131 miles (+1,677)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    25,131 miles
    Test number
    805266303155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,454 miles (+4,774)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    23,454 miles
    Test number
    685802172106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    18,680 miles
    Test number
    806322171110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 YLR

Does LB08 YLR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 YLR is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 YLR?
The MOT on LB08 YLR is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 YLR done?
LB08 YLR was recorded at 83,959 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 4,401 miles a year.
Has LB08 YLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 YLR has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 YLR 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 LB08 YLR find?
LB08 YLR passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside front tyres worn bald on inside edges [no cords showing]; covers fitted front to rear on underside of vehicle not allowing for viewing of some components, and 2 more.

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