MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
182,640 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Front tyres slightly perished and cracking in tread
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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C531 BYO is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380 in Grey with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
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 C531 BYO, 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 C531 BYO registered?
C531 BYO is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 22 August 1985.
Is C531 BYO safe to buy?
The MOT history for C531 BYO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does C531 BYO have outstanding finance?
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