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C799 SAN

1985 Mercedes-benz 380

Red Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

67,937 mi
Last recorded67,937 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 380102,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC799 SAN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 67,937 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 67,811 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 67,465 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 67,428 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 67,261 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 66,957 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 66,706 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 66,706 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 66,152 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2006 66,124 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

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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C799 SAN is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380 in Red with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 C799 SAN, 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 C799 SAN registered?

C799 SAN is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C799 SAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C799 SAN shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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