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KCH 178N

1974 Mercedes Slc

Black Petrol 4489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

43,986 mi
Last recorded43,986 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 1974 Mercedes Slc71,789 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCH 178N
MakeMercedes
ModelSlc
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,489cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 43,986 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 43,986 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 43,856 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2014 43,348 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 43,119 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 42,925 miles

Some general underbody corrosion

Pass 25 Feb 2011 42,757 miles

Slight binding of both front brakes

Pass 3 Mar 2010 42,502 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 23 Feb 2010 42,480 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Coolant leak

Pass 1 May 2009 42,251 miles

some perishing of all four tyre walls

some surface corrosion of off side front floor

Pass 29 Jan 2008 41,906 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 40,504 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 39,374 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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KCH 178N is a 1974 Mercedes Slc in Black with a 4,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1974 Mercedes Slc models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 71,789 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 KCH 178N, 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 52 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 KCH 178N registered?

KCH 178N is a 1974 Mercedes Slc, first registered on 23 August 1974.

Is KCH 178N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KCH 178N shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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