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PKD 335S

1978 Mercedes-benz 250

Green Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

124,757 mi
Last recorded124,757 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2017
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 25095,038 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKD 335S
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2017 124,757 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 122,835 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 122,286 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2014 121,413 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 119,898 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 119,898 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 117,681 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 115,913 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 115,909 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 115,289 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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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PKD 335S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 250 in Green with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PKD 335S, 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 PKD 335S?

You can check the full history of PKD 335S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PKD 335S registered?

PKD 335S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is PKD 335S safe to buy?

The MOT history for PKD 335S shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PKD 335S have outstanding finance?

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