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FWY 71L

1979 Mercedes Slc

Gold Petrol 4500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

49,432 mi
Last recorded49,432 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1979 Mercedes Slc94,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWY 71L
MakeMercedes
ModelSlc
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 49,432 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 48,108 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 46,518 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 44,413 miles

Nearside Front tyre slightly worn on outside edge

Offside Front tyre slightly worn on outside edge

Pass 15 Feb 2019 43,593 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 36,157 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 34,220 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 May 2010 29,433 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 28,707 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 27,944 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 27,723 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Feb 2006 27,723 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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FWY 71L is a 1979 Mercedes Slc in Gold with a 4,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FWY 71L, 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

How do I check the history of FWY 71L?

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What year was FWY 71L registered?

FWY 71L is a 1979 Mercedes Slc, first registered on 25 January 1979.

Is FWY 71L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWY 71L shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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