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RGN 196V

1980 Mercedes Slc

Gold Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

131,237 mi
Last recorded131,237 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2008
Typical for 1980 Mercedes Slc66,882 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGN 196V
MakeMercedes
ModelSlc
Year1980
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 25 Nov 2008 131,237 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt of the wrong type. (5.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt of the wrong type. (5.1.1)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

brake pipes coroded

fuel cap sealing washer perishing

fuel pipes coroded

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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RGN 196V is a 1980 Mercedes Slc in Gold with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes Slc models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 66,882 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 RGN 196V, 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 46 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 RGN 196V registered?

RGN 196V is a 1980 Mercedes Slc, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is RGN 196V safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGN 196V shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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