MOT Status
ValidMileage
61,272 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()
Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()
all wheel bearing not tested due to brake bind
Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Oil leak
discs all round pitted
o/s/r brake binding
Front registration plate character(s) formed using multiple strokes (6.3.4e)
Rear registration plate character(s) formed using multiple strokes (6.3.4e)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS
Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS
front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS
front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 380?
Based on 13,516 MOT tests across 1,542 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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A205 SYX is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 380 in Blue with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 380 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 103,140 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 A205 SYX, 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 43 years old, this Mercedes-benz 380 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of A205 SYX?
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What year was A205 SYX registered?
A205 SYX is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 31 December 1983.
Is A205 SYX safe to buy?
The MOT history for A205 SYX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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