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TDA 404Y

1983 Mercedes-benz 380

Green Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

112,558 mi
Last recorded112,558 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2022
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 380103,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDA 404Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2022 112,558 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

vehicle corrosion

Pass 7 May 2021 112,249 miles

corrosion to offside inner/outer sill

slight bind nearside rear brake

vehicle corrosion

Fail 9 Apr 2021 112,219 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

corrosion to offside front inner and outer sill

slight bind from nearside rear brake

vehicle corrosion

Pass 20 May 2019 111,595 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 111,592 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 May 2016 111,043 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 110,476 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 109,966 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 109,615 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 108,775 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 108,281 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 106,856 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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TDA 404Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 380 in Green with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 380 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 103,140 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 TDA 404Y, 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 43 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 TDA 404Y registered?

TDA 404Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 12 May 1983.

Is TDA 404Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for TDA 404Y shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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