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A98 JCX

1983 Mercedes-benz 380

Grey Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

66,823 mi
Last recorded66,823 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2017
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 380103,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA98 JCX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2017 66,823 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 66,823 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 65,998 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 65,648 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 64,862 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 64,589 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2006 64,587 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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A98 JCX is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 380 in Grey with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 380 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 103,140 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 A98 JCX, 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 43 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 A98 JCX registered?

A98 JCX is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 1 December 1983.

Is A98 JCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A98 JCX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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