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WDP 444T

1978 Mercedes Slc

Blue Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,066 mi
Last recorded73,066 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2009
Typical for 1978 Mercedes Slc98,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWDP 444T
MakeMercedes
ModelSlc
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2009 73,066 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 73,062 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 72,795 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 72,390 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 71,905 miles

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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WDP 444T is a 1978 Mercedes Slc in Blue with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes Slc models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 98,067 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WDP 444T, 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 48 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 WDP 444T registered?

WDP 444T is a 1978 Mercedes Slc, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is WDP 444T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WDP 444T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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