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NCF 760X

1981 Mercedes-benz 380

Blue Petrol 3818cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,372 mi
Last recorded57,372 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2013
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 38096,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNCF 760X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,818cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 15 Apr 2013 57,372 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 57,372 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 56,853 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 54,831 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 53,679 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2008 53,520 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 53,518 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2006 53,026 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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NCF 760X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 380 in Blue with a 3,818cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 380 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 96,670 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 NCF 760X, 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 45 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 NCF 760X?

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What year was NCF 760X registered?

NCF 760X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is NCF 760X safe to buy?

The MOT history for NCF 760X shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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