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WEC 317Y

1983 Mercedes-benz 380

Red Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,388 mi
Last recorded45,388 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2008
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 380103,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWEC 317Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2008 45,388 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 43,495 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 42,163 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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WEC 317Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 380 in Red with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WEC 317Y, 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.

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What year was WEC 317Y registered?

WEC 317Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 4 February 1983.

Is WEC 317Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for WEC 317Y shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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