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KJD 205W

1980 Mercedes-benz 380

Black Petrol 3818cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,181 mi
Last recorded108,181 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 38093,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJD 205W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,818cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 108,181 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 107,239 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 106,582 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 105,211 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 105,211 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 103,690 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2014 103,688 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 103,855 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 103,854 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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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KJD 205W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 380 in Black with a 3,818cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 KJD 205W, 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 KJD 205W registered?

KJD 205W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 29 November 1980.

Is KJD 205W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJD 205W shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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