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LSP 657X

1982 Mercedes-benz 380

Blue Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2011
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

121,408 mi
Last recorded121,408 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2010
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 38096,547 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLSP 657X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 21 Jun 2010 121,408 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 121,408 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 119,798 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 119,798 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

both front brakes slight bind

Pass 25 Oct 2007 118,945 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 118,942 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Slight bind on o/s/f brake.

Fail 10 Mar 2006 116,287 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

drivers seat belt slow to retract (belt twisted in door jamb )

Pass 10 Mar 2006 116,287 miles

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

drivers seat belt slow to retract (belt twisted in door jamb )

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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LSP 657X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380 in Blue with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz 380 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 96,547 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 LSP 657X, 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 44 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 LSP 657X registered?

LSP 657X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 2 June 1982.

Is LSP 657X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LSP 657X shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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