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DS 8063

1983 Mercedes-benz 380

Silver Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

126,733 mi
Last recorded126,733 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 380103,140 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS 8063
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2019 126,733 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 126,670 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 126,589 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 126,340 miles

Nearside Front Jacking point has corrosion

Offside Rear Jacking point has corrosion

Pass 25 Jul 2014 125,486 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 125,467 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 125,455 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

advise o/s/r tyre tread low on inner edge advise vehicle structure corroded advise o/s/r light unit damaged

Pass 21 Nov 2011 124,932 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

advise o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 30 Nov 2010 124,600 miles

advise front brakes sticking slighty advise o/s/f and n/s/f brake pipes corroded advise vehicle structure corroded advise n/s/f steering idler arm bushes worn advise o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 27 Nov 2009 124,425 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

advise o/s/f n/s/f and front to rear brake pipes corroded advise rear brake discs worn advise o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge advise vehicle structure corroded

Pass 18 Nov 2008 123,514 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2008 123,514 miles

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

advise noise from o/s/r suspension advise o/s/f and n/s/f brake pipes corroded advise vehicle structure corroded advise n/s steering idler arm bushes worn advise o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 27 Nov 2007 123,179 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

advise n/s steering idler arm bushes worn advise o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge advise vehicle structure corroded advise o/s/r light unit damaged

Pass 3 Nov 2006 121,866 miles

advise o/s/f and n/s/f brake pipes corroded

Pass 1 Nov 2005 121,834 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2005 121,834 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

advise n/s/r o/s/f n/s/f brake pipes corroded

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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DS 8063 is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 380 in Silver with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 380 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 103,140 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 DS 8063, 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 43 years old, this Mercedes-benz 380 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS 8063 registered?

DS 8063 is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 6 October 1983.

Is DS 8063 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS 8063 shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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