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WDS 159V

1980 Mercedes Slc

Brown Petrol 4449cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2022
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

119,437 mi
Last recorded119,437 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2021
Typical for 1980 Mercedes Slc66,882 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWDS 159V
MakeMercedes
ModelSlc
Year1980
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,449cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2021 119,437 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2021 119,437 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2020 118,989 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security boot floor slightly corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 118,939 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 118,598 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 117,921 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 117,921 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2007 117,910 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 117,904 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 11 Oct 2006 117,191 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 117,166 miles

Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside sill corroded away from failure areas.

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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WDS 159V is a 1980 Mercedes Slc in Brown with a 4,449cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 WDS 159V, 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 WDS 159V registered?

WDS 159V is a 1980 Mercedes Slc, first registered on 11 March 1980.

Is WDS 159V safe to buy?

The MOT history for WDS 159V shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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