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B836 TEC

1985 Mercedes-benz 380

White Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,744 mi
Last recorded13,744 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 380102,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB836 TEC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2018 13,744 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 13,392 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 13,219 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 13,185 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 13,164 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 13,059 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 12,417 miles

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

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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B836 TEC is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380 in White with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B836 TEC, 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 B836 TEC registered?

B836 TEC is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 3 May 1985.

Is B836 TEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B836 TEC shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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