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LPL 170W

1980 Mercedes-benz 380

White Petrol 3818cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

97,975 mi
Last recorded97,975 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2020
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 38093,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLPL 170W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,818cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2020 97,975 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount/bush for front subframe (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount/bush for front subframe (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 97,853 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Jul 2019 97,842 miles

Brake performance not tested due to bulging brake hoses, may cause damage if tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 97,666 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases balance pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes for front subframe (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2018 97,644 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength bulkhead/inner wing behind front wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor, above suspension arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases balance pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes for front subframe (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2017 97,287 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 97,287 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 96,758 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 96,419 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 95,911 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 95,551 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 95,317 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 95,317 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

n/s/f sill,jacking point corroding. Steering box srarting to weep.Exhaust mixer pipe has a small blow

Pass 29 Apr 2010 94,774 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 94,367 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 93,848 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2007 93,173 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 93,137 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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LPL 170W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 380 in White with a 3,818cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LPL 170W, 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.

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What year was LPL 170W registered?

LPL 170W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 1 October 1980.

Is LPL 170W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LPL 170W shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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