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ABW 166M

1971 Mercedes Slc

Gold Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,205 mi
Last recorded113,205 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABW 166M
MakeMercedes
ModelSlc
Year1971
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2016 113,205 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 112,185 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

inner sills corroded

inner wheel arches corroded

offside front sill damaged

rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Fail 8 Aug 2015 112,175 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

inner sills corroded

inner wheel arches corroded

offside front sill damaged

rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 5 May 2006 97,811 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Slc?

Based on 1,272 MOT tests across 170 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
440
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
170
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 104
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 58
brake binding 58
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 53
Headlamp aim too low 41
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ABW 166M is a 1971 Mercedes Slc in Gold with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Mercedes Slc fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ABW 166M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Slc typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 55 years old, this Mercedes Slc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ABW 166M registered?

ABW 166M is a 1971 Mercedes Slc, first registered on 1 January 1971.

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