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B380 TLS

1985 Mercedes-benz 380

Grey Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

192,850 mi
Last recorded192,850 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2019
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 380102,019 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB380 TLS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2019 192,850 miles

advise engine at idle running to fast

Pass 15 Nov 2017 192,548 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 192,502 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting worn and its strength is seriously reduced damping unit tie bar attaches at (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 192,387 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 191,041 miles

both rear flexi hoses slightly perished

Pass 1 May 2007 190,655 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 190,433 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2005 188,297 miles

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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B380 TLS is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380 in Grey with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 B380 TLS, 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 B380 TLS registered?

B380 TLS is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B380 TLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B380 TLS shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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