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B575 VTR

1984 Mercedes-benz 380

Cream Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

117,084 mi
Last recorded117,084 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 380102,564 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB575 VTR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1984
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 117,084 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 116,114 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 114,122 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 113,981 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 113,605 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 112,635 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 112,610 miles

slight play in steering box

Pass 8 Jan 2018 110,881 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 110,509 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 108,580 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 108,061 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 106,599 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 104,621 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 102,189 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 98,814 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2010 98,819 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 98,819 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 97,641 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 96,976 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 95,648 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 95,648 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 93,449 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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B575 VTR is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 380 in Cream with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 B575 VTR, 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

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What year was B575 VTR registered?

B575 VTR is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 30 September 1984.

Is B575 VTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B575 VTR shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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