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GEL 894Y

1982 Mercedes-benz 380

Blue Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2023
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

52,152 mi
Last recorded52,152 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2022
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 38096,547 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEL 894Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2022 52,152 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 52,148 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside headlamp has a poor beam image.

Pass 25 May 2021 51,910 miles
Fail 25 May 2021 51,910 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Jun 2020 51,671 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front brake slightly binding.

Offside Rear brake slightly binding.

Fail 27 May 2020 51,661 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front brake slightly binding.

Offside Rear brake slightly binding.

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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GEL 894Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380 in Blue with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 GEL 894Y, 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 GEL 894Y registered?

GEL 894Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 1 September 1982.

Is GEL 894Y safe to buy?

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