1986 Mercedes-Benz 280 2.7L Petrol · D421 BKV
1986 Mercedes-Benz 280 (2.7L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1986. Recorded mileage 177,061 miles. MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 280
- Year / Origin
- 1986 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 177,061 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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D421 BKV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/09/2026
- 177,061 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 12 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
D421 BKV 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz 280 (D421 BKV) between September 2024 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 14 September 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 (14 issues), Tyres (13 issues), Brakes (10 issues), Bodywork (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 66 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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”; “Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor by ”.
D421 BKV Mileage History
- 23/09/2024176,109 mi
- 27/08/2025176,677 mi+568 mi
- 29/08/2025176,679 mi+2 mi
- 09/09/2026177,052 mi+373 mi
- 14/09/2026177,061 mi+9 mi
Average of roughly 482 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: 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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