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CLU 516T

1978 Cadillac Eldorado

Brown Petrol 8194cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2017
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

45,380 mi
Last recorded45,380 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLU 516T
MakeCadillac
ModelEldorado
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine8,194cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2016 45,380 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 16 Feb 2016 45,380 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 3 Aug 2015 45,368 miles

Offside Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Brake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)

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

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

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Cadillac Eldorado?

Based on 1,019 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
400
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 38
parking brake recording little or no effort 33
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 30
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23
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CLU 516T is a 1978 Cadillac Eldorado in Brown with a 8,194cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

The most common reason a Cadillac Eldorado fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CLU 516T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Cadillac Eldorado typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 48 years old, this Cadillac Eldorado is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CLU 516T registered?

CLU 516T is a 1978 Cadillac Eldorado, first registered on 24 August 1978.

Is CLU 516T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLU 516T shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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