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CPC 998Y

1982 Mercedes-benz 380

Green Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2023
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

78,497 mi
Last recorded78,497 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2022
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 38096,547 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPC 998Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2022 78,497 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 78,095 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 77,840 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 77,658 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 77,320 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 76,726 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 76,164 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2015 75,800 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 75,254 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 74,748 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 74,748 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 73,936 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear exhaust rubbers slightly deteriorated.

Pass 5 Sep 2011 73,022 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 72,302 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 71,769 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 70,737 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 69,877 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 69,877 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 69,022 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 68,328 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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CPC 998Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380 in Green with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz 380 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 96,547 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 CPC 998Y, 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 44 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 CPC 998Y registered?

CPC 998Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 23 December 1982.

Is CPC 998Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPC 998Y shows 20 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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