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HGD 800X

1981 Mercedes-benz 380

Blue Petrol 3818cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

41,013 mi
Last recorded41,013 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2025
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 38096,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGD 800X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,818cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2025 41,013 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 40,766 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 39,312 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 38,569 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 38,456 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 37,881 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 36,733 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 36,733 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 36,540 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

N/S/F Fog light INOP

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Fail 18 Feb 2013 36,540 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

N/S/F Fog light INOP

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 25 May 2012 35,798 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 May 2011 35,390 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 34,320 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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HGD 800X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 380 in Blue 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 HGD 800X, 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 HGD 800X registered?

HGD 800X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is HGD 800X safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGD 800X 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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