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HIL 6602

1980 Mercedes-benz 380

White Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,861 mi
Last recorded116,861 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 38093,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIL 6602
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 116,861 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 116,380 miles

Nearside rear brake binding slightly

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2011 115,637 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 May 2010 115,221 miles

steering has slight play in idler arm

Pass 19 Feb 2009 113,799 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 113,799 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2008 113,590 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 113,586 miles

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight corrosion to n/s/f chassis

Pass 26 Feb 2007 113,048 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 113,048 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

n/s/f corner of chassis slightly corroded

Pass 20 Feb 2006 112,715 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2006 112,715 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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HIL 6602 is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 380 in White with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 380 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 93,828 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 HIL 6602, 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 46 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 HIL 6602 registered?

HIL 6602 is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 12 May 1980.

Is HIL 6602 safe to buy?

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