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JYU 963W

1981 Mercedes Slc

Silver Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

90,600 mi
Last recorded90,600 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2006
Typical for 1981 Mercedes Slc95,684 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYU 963W
MakeMercedes
ModelSlc
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2006 90,600 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 7 Dec 2006 90,953 miles

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

Fail 7 Dec 2006 90,592 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

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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JYU 963W is a 1981 Mercedes Slc in Silver with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 JYU 963W, 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 JYU 963W registered?

JYU 963W is a 1981 Mercedes Slc, first registered on 1 June 1981.

Is JYU 963W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYU 963W 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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