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FRH 133Y

1982 Mercedes-benz 380

Blue Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

121,505 mi
Last recorded121,505 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2006
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 38096,547 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRH 133Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 10 Jun 2006 121,505 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

brake warning light on all the time, brake fluid at minium limit, requires investigation

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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FRH 133Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380 in Blue with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FRH 133Y, 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

How do I check the history of FRH 133Y?

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What year was FRH 133Y registered?

FRH 133Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 19 November 1982.

Is FRH 133Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRH 133Y shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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