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HVX 691T

1978 Mercedes Slc

Cream Petrol 4500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

79,838 mi
Last recorded79,838 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2017
Typical for 1978 Mercedes Slc98,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVX 691T
MakeMercedes
ModelSlc
Year1978
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2017 79,838 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both sides (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front door seal slightly corrosion

Offside Front door seal slightly corrosion

Pass 12 Jul 2016 79,608 miles

Nearside Front door seal slightly corrosion

Offside Front door seal slightly corrosion

Fail 29 Jun 2016 76,804 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front corrosion on inner sill

Pass 25 Jun 2015 78,212 miles

both side under body has slight sorrosion

Pass 8 Jul 2014 76,909 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Fail 8 Jul 2014 76,909 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Inner Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jul 2013 76,751 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2013 76,751 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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HVX 691T is a 1978 Mercedes Slc in Cream with a 4,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes Slc models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 98,067 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 HVX 691T, 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 48 years old, this Mercedes Slc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HVX 691T registered?

HVX 691T is a 1978 Mercedes Slc, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is HVX 691T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVX 691T shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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