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CDZ 373

1979 Mercedes Slc

Grey Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2022
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

155,126 mi
Last recorded155,126 miles
Recorded on5 May 2021
Typical for 1979 Mercedes Slc94,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDZ 373
MakeMercedes
ModelSlc
Year1979
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc
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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 May 2021 155,126 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2021 155,125 miles

Rear Body insecure to the extent that stability is seriously impaired N/S O/S Seal Has Hole (6.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Aug 2019 155,124 miles

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 155,124 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 155,124 miles

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 155,123 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 155,123 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute Not Flashing (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 155,118 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 155,102 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 Mar 2015 155,101 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2014 155,084 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Feb 2014 155,084 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 155,063 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 155,056 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 155,056 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 155,039 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 154,978 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 154,804 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 154,815 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 15,347 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 19 Apr 2006 15,347 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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CDZ 373 is a 1979 Mercedes Slc in Grey with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 CDZ 373, 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

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What year was CDZ 373 registered?

CDZ 373 is a 1979 Mercedes Slc, first registered on 1 September 1979.

Is CDZ 373 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CDZ 373 shows 21 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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