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KOX 682W

1980 Mercedes-benz 380

Green Petrol 3818cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,051 mi
Last recorded102,051 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2008
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 38093,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKOX 682W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,818cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2008 102,051 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Fail 22 Aug 2008 102,047 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 101,672 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2006 98,247 miles

N/S &O/S FRONT TYRES HAVE CUTS TO INNER SIDEWALLS(NOT DEEP ENOUGH TO REACH CORDS)

Pass 27 Sep 2005 95,305 miles

Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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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KOX 682W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 380 in Green with a 3,818cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 KOX 682W, 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 KOX 682W registered?

KOX 682W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 12 September 1980.

Is KOX 682W safe to buy?

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