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EAO 91T

1979 Mercedes Slc

Silver Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

82,448 mi
Last recorded82,448 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2019
Typical for 1979 Mercedes Slc94,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEAO 91T
MakeMercedes
ModelSlc
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2019 82,448 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Underside of vehicle shows some signs of corrosion

Washer bottle leaking

Fail 17 Sep 2019 82,448 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Underside of vehicle shows some signs of corrosion

Washer bottle leaking

Pass 21 Sep 2018 82,321 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Aug 2018 82,320 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Steering box has excessive movement between sector shaft and the drop arm knuckle (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 81,989 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 81,784 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 81,784 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Aug 2015 81,595 miles

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

Nearside Rear Side wall cracked

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

Fail 18 Aug 2015 81,588 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Both frunt floors corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Side wall cracked

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

Fail 7 Aug 2014 81,045 miles

O/S/F FLOOR HOLED OUTWITH PRESCRIBED AREA

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

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 81,045 miles

O/S/F FLOOR HOLED OUTWITH PRESCRIBED AREA

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 80,301 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 80,180 miles

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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EAO 91T is a 1979 Mercedes Slc in Silver with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 EAO 91T, 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.

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What year was EAO 91T registered?

EAO 91T is a 1979 Mercedes Slc, first registered on 22 January 1979.

Is EAO 91T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EAO 91T shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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