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SE 3414

1985 Mercedes-benz 380

Cream Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,545 mi
Last recorded89,545 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2024
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 380102,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE 3414
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1985
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2024 89,545 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 88,872 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2022 88,872 miles

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Oct 2021 88,604 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 86,923 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Floor not fully secure (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 86,549 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2019 86,549 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2015 85,566 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 82,725 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Dec 2011 81,002 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2011 81,002 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2010 79,296 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 78,694 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight play in steering idler bushes

Pass 14 Nov 2009 77,097 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2009 77,071 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 74,594 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 71,770 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 65,307 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 60,210 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2005 60,199 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

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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SE 3414 is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380 in Cream with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz 380 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 102,019 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 SE 3414, 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 41 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 SE 3414 registered?

SE 3414 is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 16 August 1985.

Is SE 3414 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SE 3414 shows 20 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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