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YNF 156L

1972 Mercedes Slc

Gold Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

112,768 mi
Last recorded112,768 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNF 156L
MakeMercedes
ModelSlc
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2018 112,768 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 25 Sep 2018 112,768 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing and arm missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 12 Jun 2017 111,182 miles

both front wiper blades starting to deteriorate

Pass 6 May 2015 111,126 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 110,543 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 110,345 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Mar 2011 110,345 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 110,328 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 110,131 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 109,913 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 109,360 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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YNF 156L is a 1972 Mercedes Slc in Gold with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YNF 156L, 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 54 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 YNF 156L registered?

YNF 156L is a 1972 Mercedes Slc, first registered on 4 August 1972.

Is YNF 156L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YNF 156L shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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