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LFR 686W

1980 Mercedes-benz 380

Red Petrol 3818cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

31,767 mi
Last recorded31,767 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2024
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 38093,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFR 686W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,818cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2024 31,767 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 31,501 miles

Main beam, alternator/battery, and parking brake tell tale lamps all inoperative.

Fail 30 Jun 2021 31,501 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Main beam, alternator/battery, and parking brake tell tale lamps all inoperative.

Pass 10 May 2019 31,457 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 31,327 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 31,181 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 30,961 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 30,760 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 30,733 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 May 2008 29,755 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 29,586 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 29,237 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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LFR 686W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 380 in Red with a 3,818cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 LFR 686W, 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 LFR 686W registered?

LFR 686W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is LFR 686W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFR 686W shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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