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C199 TLF

1985 Mercedes-benz 380

Blue Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,893 mi
Last recorded56,893 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 380102,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC199 TLF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2026 56,893 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2023 56,824 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 56,787 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 56,774 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2019 56,770 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 56,763 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 56,747 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 56,726 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 56,682 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 56,636 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 56,490 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 56,427 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 56,181 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 55,935 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 55,829 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 14 Oct 2008 55,435 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 54,510 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 52,601 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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C199 TLF is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380 in Blue with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 C199 TLF, 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 C199 TLF registered?

C199 TLF is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C199 TLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C199 TLF shows 18 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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