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AVG 228S

1978 Mercedes-benz 250

Orange Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,192 mi
Last recorded47,192 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 25095,038 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVG 228S
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 26 Nov 2025 47,192 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 44,712 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 41,654 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 38,388 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 38,352 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 37,658 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 37,264 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 36,824 miles

1/ slight exhaust blow on rear silencer

Pass 6 Jun 2016 35,346 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 34,824 miles

Slight exhaust blow at front joint.

Pass 7 Apr 2014 33,960 miles

1/ slight exhaust blow at front joint

Pass 1 Feb 2012 32,990 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 30,486 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 30,382 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 250?

Based on 21,689 MOT tests across 3,055 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
2,936
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
3,055
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 875
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 715
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 666
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 525
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 458
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AVG 228S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 250 in Orange with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 95,038 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 250 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 875 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AVG 228S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 48 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AVG 228S?

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What year was AVG 228S registered?

AVG 228S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is AVG 228S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVG 228S shows 14 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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