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J876 XCF

1991 Mercedes-benz 380

Maroon Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

143,144 mi
Last recorded143,144 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ876 XCF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1991
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 Nov 2019 143,144 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 24 Oct 2019 143,147 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2007 143,041 miles

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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J876 XCF is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 380 in Maroon with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 J876 XCF, 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 35 years old, this Mercedes-benz 380 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J876 XCF registered?

J876 XCF is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 5 August 1991.

Is J876 XCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J876 XCF shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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