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SKL 572W

1980 Mercedes-benz 380

Red Petrol 3818cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

96,251 mi
Last recorded96,251 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2021
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 38093,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKL 572W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,818cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2021 96,251 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 96,221 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 96,107 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 95,936 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 95,707 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 95,509 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 95,279 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 94,913 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 94,483 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 94,113 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 93,469 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 92,806 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 92,191 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 91,678 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2008 91,678 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2007 91,126 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 91,126 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2006 90,672 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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SKL 572W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 380 in Red with a 3,818cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SKL 572W, 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 SKL 572W registered?

SKL 572W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 1 October 1980.

Is SKL 572W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKL 572W shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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