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A735 BKU

1984 Mercedes-benz 380

Blue Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,329 mi
Last recorded120,329 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 380102,564 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA735 BKU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2019 120,329 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 120,215 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Mar 2018 120,209 miles

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.

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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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A735 BKU?

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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?

The MOT history for A735 BKU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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