1982 Mercedes-Benz 280 2.7L Petrol · 51 SL
1982 Mercedes-Benz 280 (2.7L, petrol). First registered 08/01/1982. Recorded mileage 17,174 miles. MOT valid until 01/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 280
- Year / Origin
- 1982
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 17,174 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 1982
- Engine
- 2746cc
51 SL Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/02/2026
- 17,174 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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51 SL Mileage History
- 08/09/202115,648 mi
- 05/09/202216,070 mi+422 mi
- 01/04/202516,916 mi+846 mi
- 02/02/202617,174 mi+258 mi
Average of roughly 347 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
51 SL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1982 Mercedes-Benz 280 (51 SL) between September 2021 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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.
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