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B88 DTU

1985 Mercedes-benz 380

Blue Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

62,677 mi
Last recorded62,677 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 380102,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB88 DTU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 62,677 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 62,525 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 62,312 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 62,307 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 62,268 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 62,169 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 61,909 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 61,806 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 61,708 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 59,135 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Aug 2016 59,133 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jun 2015 58,559 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jun 2014 58,447 miles

Oil leak

very slight exhaust leak from nearside manifold area

Pass 4 Jun 2013 57,598 miles

Additional wiring has been added to battery

Both rear wheel bearings have slight free play

Nearside exhaust manifold has slight leak

Fail 30 May 2013 57,549 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Additional wiring has been added to battery

Both rear wheel bearings have slight free play

Nearside exhaust manifold has slight leak

Pass 1 Jun 2012 54,756 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Fail 31 May 2012 54,750 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 3 May 2011 52,190 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 47,622 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 12 May 2009 44,802 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 40,316 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 May 2007 34,094 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 33,432 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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B88 DTU is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380 in Blue with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 B88 DTU, 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 B88 DTU registered?

B88 DTU is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 26 April 1985.

Is B88 DTU safe to buy?

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