1985 Mercedes-Benz 380 3.8L Petrol · B321 BRO
1985 Mercedes-Benz 380 (3.8L, petrol). First registered 27 Mar 1985. Recorded mileage 95,206 miles. MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 380
- Year / Origin
- 1985 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 95,206 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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B321 BRO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/08/2026
- 95,206 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
B321 BRO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1985 Mercedes-Benz 380 (B321 BRO) between September 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 25 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.
B321 BRO Mileage History
- 04/09/202495,201 mi
- 29/08/202595,206 mi+5 mi
- 29/08/202595,206 mi
- 24/08/202695,206 mi
- 25/08/202695,206 mi
Average of roughly 3 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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