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A246 LBJ

1984 Mercedes-benz 380

Black Petrol 3939cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,143 mi
Last recorded81,143 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2018
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 380102,564 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA246 LBJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,939cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 12 Mar 2018 81,143 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 81,135 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013
Pass 14 Aug 2012 811,007 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 80,989 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs worn

Pass 10 Jun 2009 80,929 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 80,600 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 80,351 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 80,307 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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A246 LBJ is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 380 in Black with a 3,939cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 Mercedes-benz 380 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 102,564 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 A246 LBJ, 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 42 years old, this Mercedes-benz 380 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A246 LBJ registered?

A246 LBJ is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A246 LBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A246 LBJ shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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