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TOP 348Y

1983 Mercedes Slc

Red Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2016
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

109,274 mi
Last recorded109,274 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTOP 348Y
MakeMercedes
ModelSlc
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2015 109,274 miles

Both front wipers starting to smear screen

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

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Fail 9 Sep 2015 109,274 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Both front wipers starting to smear screen

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre wall cut, not showing ply or cords

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Fail 21 May 2015 109,272 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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TOP 348Y is a 1983 Mercedes Slc in Red with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 TOP 348Y, 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 43 years old, this Mercedes Slc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TOP 348Y registered?

TOP 348Y is a 1983 Mercedes Slc, first registered on 11 July 1983.

Is TOP 348Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for TOP 348Y shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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