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B835 RLO

1985 Mercedes-benz 380

Blue Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,578 mi
Last recorded102,578 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2021
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 380102,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB835 RLO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2021 102,578 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 102,277 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 100,189 miles

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

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

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

Fail 11 Apr 2016 100,189 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported back box 2Xrubber mont (7.1.1)

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

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 7 May 2015 100,102 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 100,098 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 100,018 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 98,794 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 97,855 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 94,028 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 94,028 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2008 88,805 miles

slight leak from diff

Pass 21 May 2007 87,830 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 87,830 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 May 2006 83,221 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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B835 RLO is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380 in Blue with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 B835 RLO, 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 B835 RLO registered?

B835 RLO is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B835 RLO safe to buy?

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