MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
120,329 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (2.4.G.2)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour nearside and offside (1.1.A.3e)
Headlamp aim too high nearside and offside (1.8)
Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (2.4.G.2)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 380?
Based on 13,516 MOT tests across 1,542 vehicles.
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A735 BKU is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 380 in Blue with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 A735 BKU, 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 A735 BKU registered?
A735 BKU is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 31 December 1984.
Is A735 BKU safe to buy?
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