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LGH 380T

1978 Mercedes-benz 250

White Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2020
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,321 mi
Last recorded103,321 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 25095,038 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGH 380T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2019 103,321 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all service brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced as indicated (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced as indicated (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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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LGH 380T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 250 in White with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 LGH 380T, 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.

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What year was LGH 380T registered?

LGH 380T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 10 August 1978.

Is LGH 380T safe to buy?

The MOT history for LGH 380T shows 1 test 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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