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YGJ 614W

1981 Mercedes Slc

Silver Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

69,321 mi
Last recorded69,321 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2014
Typical for 1981 Mercedes Slc95,684 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYGJ 614W
MakeMercedes
ModelSlc
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2014 69,321 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 69,024 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 66,886 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 62,663 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 62,663 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2009 58,373 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 54,476 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 49,536 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 14 Mar 2008 49,536 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 23 Mar 2007 48,256 miles

nearside rear outersill corroded but not within seat belt or suspension areas.

Fail 23 Mar 2007 48,256 miles

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

nearside rear outersill corroded but not within seat belt or suspension 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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YGJ 614W is a 1981 Mercedes Slc in Silver with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 YGJ 614W, 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 YGJ 614W registered?

YGJ 614W is a 1981 Mercedes Slc, first registered on 25 March 1981.

Is YGJ 614W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YGJ 614W shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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