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LDA 964W

1980 Mercedes-benz 380

Gold Petrol 3818cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2022
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,124 mi
Last recorded120,124 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2021
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 38093,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLDA 964W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1980
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,818cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2021 120,124 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 13 Apr 2021 120,120 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 119,462 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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LDA 964W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 380 in Gold with a 3,818cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 LDA 964W, 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 LDA 964W registered?

LDA 964W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 23 October 1980.

Is LDA 964W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LDA 964W shows 3 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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