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MIL 6818

1981 Mercedes-benz 380

Blue Petrol 3818cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2018
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

136,291 mi
Last recorded136,291 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 38096,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIL 6818
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,818cc
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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 136,291 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 136,291 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside both sides (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

nearside front brake binding slightly

Pass 10 Apr 2009 136,290 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 136,290 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 1 May 2008 136,292 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 136,290 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 136,289 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 136,289 miles

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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MIL 6818 is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 380 in Blue with a 3,818cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 380 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 96,670 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 MIL 6818, 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 45 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 MIL 6818 registered?

MIL 6818 is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 7 April 1981.

Is MIL 6818 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIL 6818 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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