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DGS 488X

1982 Mercedes-benz 380

Blue Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

135,558 mi
Last recorded135,558 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2020
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 38096,547 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGS 488X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 11 Aug 2020 135,558 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp side light affected by operation of indicator (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rubber bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rubber bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

brake wear indicator on dash

Pass 10 Nov 2016
Pass 11 Jun 2015 133,791 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 133,791 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 131,898 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 131,898 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2012 128,587 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 128,546 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 128,426 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 128,355 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 128,190 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 127,908 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2006 127,757 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4b)

Offside Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4b)

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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DGS 488X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380 in Blue with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz 380 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 96,547 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 DGS 488X, 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 44 years old, this Mercedes-benz 380 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DGS 488X?

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What year was DGS 488X registered?

DGS 488X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 21 April 1982.

Is DGS 488X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGS 488X shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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