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B551 GGF

1985 Mercedes-benz 380

Red Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

74,801 mi
Last recorded74,801 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 380102,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB551 GGF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 74,801 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 74,790 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 73,974 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 73,961 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 72,243 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 72,131 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 71,098 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 71,098 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 68,471 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 68,459 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 66,702 miles

both front tyre inner edges close to limit

main centre brake pipe slight corrosion

steering box slight fluid leak

Pass 4 Aug 2009 63,608 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 61,555 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 56,822 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 53,098 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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B551 GGF is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380 in Red with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 B551 GGF, 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 B551 GGF registered?

B551 GGF is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 11 April 1985.

Is B551 GGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B551 GGF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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