CarVerify

Free Car Check

C826 CUA

1986 Mercedes-benz 380

Red Petrol 3839cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,609 mi
Last recorded29,609 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 380104,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationC826 CUA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass
Pass 4 Nov 2025 29,609 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 29,605 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 29,417 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 29,269 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 29,186 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 29,179 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 29,122 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 29,007 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 28,829 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 28,606 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 28,402 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 28,268 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 28,028 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 27,899 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 27,734 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 27,543 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 27,318 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 27,082 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 26,851 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 26,625 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
Full Mercedes-benz 380 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

C826 CUA is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 380 in Red with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 380 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 104,500 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 C826 CUA, 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 40 years old, this Mercedes-benz 380 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C826 CUA?

You can check the full history of C826 CUA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was C826 CUA registered?

C826 CUA is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 24 January 1986.

Is C826 CUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C826 CUA shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C826 CUA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on C826 CUA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.