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C980 JTM

1985 Mercedes-benz 380

Red Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,452 mi
Last recorded60,452 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 380102,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC980 JTM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2025 60,452 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 60,431 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 59,915 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 59,641 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 59,051 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 58,555 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 58,511 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 58,352 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 58,071 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 57,672 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 57,170 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 56,907 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 56,653 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 55,463 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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C980 JTM is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380 in Red with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C980 JTM, 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 C980 JTM registered?

C980 JTM is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 1 November 1985.

Is C980 JTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C980 JTM shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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