1983 Mercedes-Benz 280 2.7L Petrol · A724 JEL
1983 Mercedes-Benz 280 (2.7L, petrol). First registered 21 Nov 1983. Recorded mileage 116,841 miles. MOT expired on 02 Apr 2025.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 280
- Year / Origin
- 1983 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 Apr 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 116,841 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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A724 JEL Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/04/2024
- 116,841 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A724 JEL 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 1983 Mercedes-Benz 280 (A724 JEL) between July 2022 and April 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 April 2024 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: Bodywork (8 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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: “Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a bod”; “Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a bo”; “Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a b”.
A724 JEL Mileage History
- 07/07/2022115,824 mi
- 05/08/2022115,892 mi+68 mi
- 02/09/2023116,789 mi+897 mi
- 04/04/2024116,841 mi+52 mi
Average of roughly 583 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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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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