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YRK 11

1985 Mercedes-benz 380

Black Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,995 mi
Last recorded50,995 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 380102,019 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYRK 11
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2025 50,995 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 50,960 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 50,946 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 50,615 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 49,950 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 49,841 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 49,105 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 49,099 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

both rear tyres worn low on inner edges

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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YRK 11 is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380 in Black with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz 380 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 102,019 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 YRK 11, 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 41 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 YRK 11 registered?

YRK 11 is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is YRK 11 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YRK 11 shows 8 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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