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YIJ 929

1983 Mercedes-benz 380

Gold Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,079 mi
Last recorded72,079 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2018
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 380103,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYIJ 929
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 26 Feb 2018 72,079 miles

Offside Front Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Feb 2017 110,584 miles

Central Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 109,720 miles

Offside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 108,882 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 108,095 miles

Offside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 106,940 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 106,448 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2010 105,221 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2009 104,846 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 104,175 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2006 102,247 miles

rear ex box corrodid rear tyres aprox 2mm

Pass 10 Oct 2005 101,332 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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YIJ 929 is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 380 in Gold with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 YIJ 929, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YIJ 929 registered?

YIJ 929 is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 5 April 1983.

Is YIJ 929 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YIJ 929 shows 12 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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