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ULB 95W

1980 Mercedes-benz 380

Blue Petrol 3818cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

81,581 mi
Last recorded81,581 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2020
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 38093,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULB 95W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,818cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2020 81,581 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 81,417 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 77,214 miles

some imbalance on front brakes

Fail 28 Jun 2016 77,214 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

some imbalance on front brakes

Pass 29 May 2015 75,144 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 73,123 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 71,062 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 70,405 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Apr 2012 70,405 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 68,416 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 67,265 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 65,642 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 63,610 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 63,610 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 61,348 miles

wiper motor weak

Pass 9 Nov 2005 59,565 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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ULB 95W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 380 in Blue with a 3,818cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 380 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 93,828 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 ULB 95W, 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 46 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 ULB 95W registered?

ULB 95W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 5 November 1980.

Is ULB 95W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ULB 95W shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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