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A397 TKX

1983 Mercedes-benz 380

White Petrol 3818cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2024
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,973 mi
Last recorded75,973 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2023
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 380103,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA397 TKX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,818cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2023 75,973 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 75,403 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 74,028 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 72,646 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 71,992 miles

oil leak

Pass 29 Nov 2017 68,094 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 65,835 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 61,262 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 57,494 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 56,781 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 56,750 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 56,725 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 56,643 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 56,619 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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A397 TKX is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 380 in White with a 3,818cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A397 TKX, 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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What year was A397 TKX registered?

A397 TKX is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 9 September 1983.

Is A397 TKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A397 TKX shows 14 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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