1992 Mercedes-Benz 280 2.8L Petrol · A13 MDC
1992 Mercedes-Benz 280 (2.8L, petrol). First registered 18/11/1992. Recorded mileage 113,953 miles. MOT valid until 01/09/2027. Taxed until 01/09/2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 280
- Year / Origin
- 1992 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/09/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/09/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 113,953 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 1992
- Engine
- 2799cc
A13 MDC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/08/2026
- 113,953 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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A13 MDC Mileage History
- 03/09/2024111,156 mi
- 21/08/2025112,785 mi+1,629 mi
- 21/08/2025112,785 mi
- 10/08/2026113,953 mi+1,168 mi
- 11/08/2026113,953 mi
Average of roughly 1,445 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
A13 MDC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1992 Mercedes-Benz 280 (A13 MDC) between September 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Steering (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))”; “Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.
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