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BDF 99T

1982 Mercedes-benz 380

Silver Petrol 3818cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

105,243 mi
Last recorded105,243 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2026
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 38096,547 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDF 99T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,818cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2026 105,243 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2025 105,243 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed rubbing against wishbone (1.1.12 (b) (i))

oil leak

Fail 5 Jul 2025 105,246 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Sep 2022 105,242 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 13 Sep 2021 105,242 miles

front sub-frame bushes worn

Fail 27 Aug 2021 105,242 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick metal to metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

front sub-frame bushes worn

Pass 26 May 2018 105,243 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 105,243 miles

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

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Rear Fuel hose slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 27 May 2017 105,243 miles

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

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Rear Fuel hose slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 105,131 miles

Front wheels stiff to rotate

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 26 Apr 2016 105,131 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Front wheels stiff to rotate

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 104,839 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 104,346 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 104,013 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 102,785 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 101,822 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 99,888 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 98,232 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 98,041 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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BDF 99T is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380 in Silver with a 3,818cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz 380 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 96,547 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 BDF 99T, 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 44 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 BDF 99T registered?

BDF 99T is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 1 January 1982.

Is BDF 99T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDF 99T shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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