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HAH 327Y

1982 Mercedes-benz 380

Green Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2025
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

117,517 mi
Last recorded117,517 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2024
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 38096,547 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAH 327Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2024 117,517 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2021 117,517 miles

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

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

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 18 Aug 2021 117,517 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

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

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 12 Jul 2021 117,517 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Door Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis Rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Door Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Wheel Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Wheel Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2020 117,517 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2020 117,516 miles

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

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2019 119,515 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2017 117,515 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear Body has slight corrosion Both side (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both side (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Feb 2017 117,513 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)

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

Oil leak

Rear Body has slight corrosion Both side (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both side (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 117,514 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 117,512 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 117,511 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 117,509 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 117,505 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 113,861 miles

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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HAH 327Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380 in Green with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 HAH 327Y, 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.

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What year was HAH 327Y registered?

HAH 327Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 21 September 1982.

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