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VPE 348X

1982 Mercedes-benz 380

Red Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,010 mi
Last recorded121,010 miles
Recorded on18 May 2022
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 38096,547 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPE 348X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2022 121,010 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 120,877 miles

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 May 2021 120,877 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced By jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 120,821 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 120,482 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 120,226 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 120,197 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 May 2017 120,034 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 28 Apr 2017 120,031 miles

Fuel system component leaking connection to fuel pump (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 119,867 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 119,034 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 118,587 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 117,995 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 116,716 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 115,246 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 115,151 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 114,958 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 114,958 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 114,729 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

Steering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 113,968 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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VPE 348X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380 in Red with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 VPE 348X, 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 VPE 348X registered?

VPE 348X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 16 April 1982.

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