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DLB 27Y

1982 Mercedes-benz C

Beige Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

80,813 mi
Last recorded80,813 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2018
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz C125,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLB 27Y
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1982
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2018 80,813 miles

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))

Fail 3 Oct 2018 80,813 miles

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))

Pass 19 May 2016 80,812 miles

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)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 80,787 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 80,186 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2010 80,186 miles

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)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 79,969 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 79,496 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 10 Nov 2007 79,496 miles

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)

Pass 7 Nov 2006 79,272 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 78,092 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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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.

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The MOT history for DLB 27Y shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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