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OYN 678Y

1982 Mercedes-benz 380

Blue Petrol 3939cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

113,214 mi
Last recorded113,214 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2012
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 38096,547 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOYN 678Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,939cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2012 113,214 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 6 Sep 2012 113,204 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 113,294 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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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OYN 678Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380 in Blue with a 3,939cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 OYN 678Y, 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

How do I check the history of OYN 678Y?

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What year was OYN 678Y registered?

OYN 678Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 10 August 1982.

Is OYN 678Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for OYN 678Y 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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