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WOI 895

1982 Mercedes-benz 380

Blue Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

62,551 mi
Last recorded62,551 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2011
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 38096,547 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWOI 895
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Fail 23 Mar 2011 62,551 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 62,551 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 59,993 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 57,287 miles

slight wear in steerlng idler arm bushes

Pass 28 Mar 2008 56,160 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 54,455 miles

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 24 Mar 2006 53,417 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 53,417 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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WOI 895 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380 in Blue with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WOI 895, 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

How do I check the history of WOI 895?

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What year was WOI 895 registered?

WOI 895 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is WOI 895 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WOI 895 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WOI 895 have outstanding finance?

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