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A643 TBW

1984 Mercedes-benz 380

White Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2019
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

21,640 mi
Last recorded21,640 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2018
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 380102,564 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA643 TBW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2018 21,640 miles

Front Position lamp incorrect colour both (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2018 21,635 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen both (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour both (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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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A643 TBW is a 1984 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%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A643 TBW, 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 A643 TBW registered?

A643 TBW is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 31 December 1984.

Is A643 TBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A643 TBW 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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