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AVG 370S

1978 Mercedes-benz 230

White Petrol 2307cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

101,728 mi
Last recorded101,728 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2021
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 23087,142 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVG 370S
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,307cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2021 101,728 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 101,058 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 100,898 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 100,882 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 100,873 miles

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 100,855 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 100,833 miles

engine smoky

poor aims

Fail 8 Jun 2010 100,833 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine smoky

poor aims

Pass 6 Jul 2009 100,706 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 100,706 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 230?

Based on 68,016 MOT tests across 8,576 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
1,918
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
8,576
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,934
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,565
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,276
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,500
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,463
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AVG 370S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 230 in White with a 2,307cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 87,142 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 230 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,934 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AVG 370S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 230 typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 48 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AVG 370S registered?

AVG 370S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 24 May 1978.

Is AVG 370S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVG 370S shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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