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GSL 11W

1981 Mercedes-benz 380

Green Petrol 3818cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

70,052 mi
Last recorded70,052 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2020
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 38096,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSL 11W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,818cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2020 70,052 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 17 May 2019 69,936 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 69,932 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 May 2018 69,791 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 69,647 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 69,505 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 69,036 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 68,872 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 68,654 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2012 68,484 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 68,146 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 67,762 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 67,762 miles

Centre Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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GSL 11W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 380 in Green with a 3,818cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GSL 11W, 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

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What year was GSL 11W registered?

GSL 11W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is GSL 11W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GSL 11W shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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