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TJB 352

1982 Mercedes-benz 380

Blue Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

77,336 mi
Last recorded77,336 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2022
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 38096,547 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJB 352
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2022 77,336 miles

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 77,283 miles

Offside Front Upper Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bulkhead area (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 77,222 miles

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 76,964 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 76,915 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 76,915 miles

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 76,805 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 76,740 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 76,538 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 76,203 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 75,844 miles

all four tyres showing signs of perishing

Fail 2 May 2012 75,844 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

all four tyres showing signs of perishing

Pass 26 Apr 2011 75,698 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 75,698 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 75,436 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

all 4 tyres perished on side walls

both wiper blades splitting on ends

Fail 15 Apr 2010 75,436 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 75,267 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 75,204 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 74,876 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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TJB 352 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380 in Blue with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 TJB 352, 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 TJB 352 registered?

TJB 352 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 27 August 1982.

Is TJB 352 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TJB 352 shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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