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UCW 186X

1982 Mercedes-benz 380

Red Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

111,594 mi
Last recorded111,594 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 38096,547 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCW 186X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 111,594 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 110,789 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2025 110,789 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 108,808 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 107,084 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 106,451 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2022 106,451 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 105,868 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 105,456 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 104,992 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 26 Sep 2017 103,963 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 103,553 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 103,495 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 103,398 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 103,298 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Sep 2012 103,151 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 102,969 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 102,508 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 102,238 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 101,846 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 101,325 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2006 100,453 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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UCW 186X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380 in Red with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 UCW 186X, 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 UCW 186X registered?

UCW 186X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 2 June 1982.

Is UCW 186X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UCW 186X shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UCW 186X have outstanding finance?

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