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B976 RLP

1985 Mercedes-benz 380

Red Petrol 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,256 mi
Last recorded94,256 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2023
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 380102,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB976 RLP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2023 94,256 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Sep 2023 94,256 miles

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 94,256 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 94,234 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 94,234 miles

Nearside Front Outer Steering linkage deformed next to track rod end (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

warning lights not working hazard

Pass 22 Jul 2020 94,095 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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B976 RLP is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380 in Red with a 2,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B976 RLP, 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.

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What year was B976 RLP registered?

B976 RLP is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 31 December 1985.

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The MOT history for B976 RLP shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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