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A8 FEJ

1985 Mercedes-benz 380

Red Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

127,546 mi
Last recorded127,546 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 380102,019 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 FEJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 127,546 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive minor (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 127,295 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2023 127,031 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 126,847 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2022 126,846 miles

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill section (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front fog light not working

Pass 14 Jun 2021 126,802 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front fog light not working

Pass 8 Jun 2020 126,790 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 126,674 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 126,459 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 126,164 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 124,972 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 123,594 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 123,593 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 123,593 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 123,590 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 123,588 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 123,192 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 122,175 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2005 121,519 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2005 121,519 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

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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A8 FEJ is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380 in Red with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz 380 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 102,019 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 A8 FEJ, 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 41 years old, this Mercedes-benz 380 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 FEJ registered?

A8 FEJ is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is A8 FEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 FEJ shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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