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A505 BHL

1998 Mercedes-benz 380

White Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

109,843 mi
Last recorded109,843 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA505 BHL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2006 109,843 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 109,843 miles

Offside Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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A505 BHL is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 380 in White with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 A505 BHL, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 380 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A505 BHL registered?

A505 BHL is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 16 January 1998.

Is A505 BHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A505 BHL shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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