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EU03 EFM

2003 Mercedes-benz 380

Silver Lpg 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

180,976 mi
Last recorded180,976 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU03 EFM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeLpg
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2013 180,976 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 11 Jun 2013 180,884 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 29 May 2012 158,839 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 158,779 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2011 136,800 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 24 May 2010 111,103 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 94,509 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 75,306 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

creak on steering when turned lock to lock

large plastic covers fitted under car from front to rear covering steering steering, brake and suspension components

slight movement in os steering rack end

Fail 30 May 2008 75,134 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

creak on steering when turned lock to lock

large plastic covers fitted under car from front to rear covering steering steering, brake and suspension components

slight movement in os steering rack end

Pass 21 Nov 2007 70,276 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 63,858 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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EU03 EFM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 380 in Silver with a 3,839cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 EU03 EFM, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz 380 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EU03 EFM registered?

EU03 EFM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is EU03 EFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU03 EFM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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