MOT Status
ValidMileage
42,205 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4x tyres perished/cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
corrosion to rear exhaust box
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 380?
Based on 13,516 MOT tests across 1,542 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BC 5 is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 380 in Grey with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 380 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 103,140 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 BC 5, 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 43 years old, this Mercedes-benz 380 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of BC 5?
You can check the full history of BC 5 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was BC 5 registered?
BC 5 is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 23 November 1983.
Is BC 5 safe to buy?
The MOT history for BC 5 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does BC 5 have outstanding finance?
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