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AUL 290T

1979 Mercedes Slc

Green Petrol 4500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

106,674 mi
Last recorded106,674 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2007
Typical for 1979 Mercedes Slc94,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAUL 290T
MakeMercedes
ModelSlc
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,500cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2007 106,674 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 105,388 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 105,339 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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AUL 290T is a 1979 Mercedes Slc in Green with a 4,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes Slc models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 94,418 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AUL 290T, 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 47 years old, this Mercedes Slc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AUL 290T?

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What year was AUL 290T registered?

AUL 290T is a 1979 Mercedes Slc, first registered on 2 March 1979.

Is AUL 290T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AUL 290T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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