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C41 APY

1985 Mercedes-benz 380

White Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,953 mi
Last recorded19,953 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2012
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 380102,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC41 APY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2012 19,953 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2011 18,421 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 18,174 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 May 2010 3,116 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 2,732 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 2,691 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 2,681 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 2,671 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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C41 APY is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380 in White with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 C41 APY, 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 C41 APY registered?

C41 APY is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 11 December 1985.

Is C41 APY safe to buy?

The MOT history for C41 APY shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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