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PPB 136W

1981 Mercedes Slc

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

101,746 mi
Last recorded101,746 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2007
Typical for 1981 Mercedes Slc95,684 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPB 136W
MakeMercedes
ModelSlc
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Feb 2007 101,746 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

1,Oil leak at engine (possibiility of leak also at power steering pump).

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Feb 2006 100,772 miles

1 Nearside outer sill corroded at front †2 Nearside front floor corroded [behind tyre]

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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PPB 136W is a 1981 Mercedes Slc in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes Slc models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 95,684 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 PPB 136W, 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 45 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 PPB 136W registered?

PPB 136W is a 1981 Mercedes Slc, first registered on 4 April 1981.

Is PPB 136W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PPB 136W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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