1981 Mercedes-Benz 280 2.7L Petrol · VMX 451X
1981 Mercedes-Benz 280 (2.7L, petrol). First registered 31/12/1981. Recorded mileage 111,864 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 280
- Year / Origin
- 1981 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 111,864 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 1981
- Engine
- 2746cc
VMX 451X Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/07/2025
- 111,864 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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VMX 451X Mileage History
- 20/06/2023111,824 mi
- 04/07/2025111,864 mi+40 mi
Average of roughly 20 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
VMX 451X MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1981 Mercedes-Benz 280 (VMX 451X) between June 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 12 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Bodywork (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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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