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NCT 92Y

1982 Mercedes-benz 380

Red Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

113,296 mi
Last recorded113,296 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2019
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 38096,547 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNCT 92Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2019 113,296 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 112,655 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 112,523 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2017 112,472 miles

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

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 112,425 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 112,425 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2012 112,425 miles

rear silencer slightly deteriorated

Fail 24 Apr 2012 112,425 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear silencer slightly deteriorated

Pass 22 Apr 2010 112,425 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Apr 2010 112,425 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 112,192 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 112,173 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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NCT 92Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380 in Red with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NCT 92Y, 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 NCT 92Y registered?

NCT 92Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 21 September 1982.

Is NCT 92Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for NCT 92Y shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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