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MJP 7P

1984 Mercedes-benz 380

Gold Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

51,963 mi
Last recorded51,963 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 380102,564 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJP 7P
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1984
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 51,963 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2024 51,819 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 51,716 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 51,562 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 51,202 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2021 51,202 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2019 51,048 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 50,768 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 50,752 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 50,637 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 50,567 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 50,543 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

both outer sills rusty around front jacking points

Pass 16 May 2011 50,451 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 50,386 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 50,386 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 50,070 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 1 Jun 2006 49,793 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 49,793 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Jun 2005 49,528 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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MJP 7P is a 1984 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 1984 Mercedes-benz 380 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 102,564 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 MJP 7P, 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 42 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 MJP 7P registered?

MJP 7P is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is MJP 7P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJP 7P 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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