MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
80,813 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides reflectors (1.7.5a)
all brake pipes coated but appear in good condition
due to age of vehicle various rubbers perished
front panel damaged under car
rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front and rear (6.3.1d)
Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
Nearside Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.
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DLB 27Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz C in Beige with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 125,608 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DLB 27Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 44 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was DLB 27Y registered?
DLB 27Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1982.
Is DLB 27Y safe to buy?
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