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DCM 446X

1981 Mercedes-benz 380

Black Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

135,048 mi
Last recorded135,048 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2023
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 38096,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCM 446X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 Jan 2023 135,048 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front down pipe and centre silencer corroded and holed (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 134,992 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 134,895 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 134,552 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 133,646 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 132,899 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 132,763 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 132,428 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

minor oil leak n/s engine

Fail 7 Dec 2015 132,428 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

minor oil leak n/s engine

Fail 12 Dec 2014 130,998 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 130,998 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 130,464 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 130,304 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 129,458 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight play n/s steering idler

stop lamps working but dim

Fail 28 Nov 2011 129,458 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight play n/s steering idler

stop lamps working but dim

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 380?

Based on 13,516 MOT tests across 1,542 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
484
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
1,542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 976
brake binding 458
Headlamp aim too low 396
Brake pipe excessively corroded 367
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 330
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DCM 446X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 380 in Black with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 380 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 96,670 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 380 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 976 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DCM 446X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 380 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Mercedes-benz 380 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DCM 446X registered?

DCM 446X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 12 November 1981.

Is DCM 446X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCM 446X shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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