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C668 SNR

1985 Mercedes-benz 380

Silver Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

77,373 mi
Last recorded77,373 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 380102,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC668 SNR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 77,373 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 74,497 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Jun 2024 74,224 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 72,006 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 69,853 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 68,460 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 67,113 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 64,862 miles

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 60,945 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2017 60,941 miles

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 56,898 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 51,877 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 47,021 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 46,751 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 29 Dec 2011 46,192 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 45,473 miles

slight leak on power steering box

slight leak on steering damper

Pass 5 Jan 2010 44,909 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 44,180 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 44,143 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 43,201 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 411,832 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2006 411,832 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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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C668 SNR is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380 in Silver with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 C668 SNR, 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 C668 SNR registered?

C668 SNR is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 3 September 1985.

Is C668 SNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C668 SNR shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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