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HXI 4020

1986 Mercedes-benz 380

Gold Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

46,137 mi
Last recorded46,137 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 380104,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHXI 4020
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1986
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 46,137 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 46,081 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2024 46,072 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 May 2023 46,033 miles
Fail 22 May 2023 46,031 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 45,833 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 45,789 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 45,780 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 45,647 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 45,566 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 45,461 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 45,387 miles

Oil leaks engine.

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

o/s/f seat slightly stiff going back & forth.

Pass 10 Jan 2014 45,311 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 45,211 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 44,952 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2010 43,935 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 43,927 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 43,927 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 43,873 miles

pinhole blow to centre exhaust box.

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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HXI 4020 is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 380 in Gold with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 380 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 104,500 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 HXI 4020, 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 40 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 HXI 4020 registered?

HXI 4020 is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is HXI 4020 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HXI 4020 shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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