MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
145,118 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 380?
Based on 13,516 MOT tests across 1,542 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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CPE 179Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380 in White with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 CPE 179Y, 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.
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How do I check the history of CPE 179Y?
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What year was CPE 179Y registered?
CPE 179Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 1 August 1982.
Is CPE 179Y safe to buy?
The MOT history for CPE 179Y shows 4 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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