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DMA 655X

1981 Mercedes-benz 380

Silver Petrol 3818cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,974 mi
Last recorded89,974 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2020
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 38096,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDMA 655X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,818cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2020 89,974 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight play in steering idler nearside front

Pass 20 Jun 2018 89,924 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 89,922 miles

Brake performance not tested radiator leaking (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested radiator leaking (7.4.B.1)

Nearside Front Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

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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DMA 655X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 380 in Silver with a 3,818cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DMA 655X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DMA 655X?

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What year was DMA 655X registered?

DMA 655X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 26 August 1981.

Is DMA 655X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DMA 655X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DMA 655X have outstanding finance?

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