Est: £5,500 - £7,500
1985 Mercedes-Benz 280E Auto (W123)
United Kingdom • 24 Jun 2026 • Lot 92
Vehicle Details
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Condition
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Automatic
Transmission:
WDB1230332A240389
Chassis No:
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
B328SRE
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
Showing just 145,900 miles; new tyres, brake discs and pads, shock absorbers, brake lines, fuel lines, and an exhaust, all topped off with a thorough service of the engine, gearbox and axle; current V5C showing eight former keepersThis 1985 Mercedes-Benz 280E Automatic features the smooth and respected 2,746cc straight-six petrol engine, part of the durable M110 family that helped cement Mercedes’ reputation for refined, long-lasting executive saloons.Finished in metallic blue with a lovely tan velour interior, it presents as a handsome and very usable example of the much-admired W123-series.
It is currently showing just 145,900 miles, a modest figure for a model well known for its longevity.Recent work reported by the vendor includes new tyres, brake discs and pads, shock absorbers, brake lines, fuel lines, and an exhaust, all topped off with a thorough service of the engine, gearbox and axle.
A small amount of welding was required and has now been professionally completed, adding f...
Points of note
£1,010
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£6,328
Median Price (Since 2020)
£81,340
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Feb 11 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
143,693 miles
Registration Date
1985-04-15
MOT History
Passed
On Feb 12 2025 with 143,693 miles
Failed
On Jun 28 2024 with 143,620 miles
There were 14 defects noted.
Major:
- Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Minor:
- Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- Nearside Front Lower Outer sill corroded
- Corrosion to valance beneath radiator
- Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Passed
On May 03 2023 with 142,077 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front Radiator support slightly corroded.
- Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Passed
On Sep 15 2021 with 139,600 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- corrosion front rad support
- Corrosion underside of washer bottle
Passed
On Aug 06 2018 with 138,669 miles
Passed
On May 03 2017 with 137,948 miles
Failed
On May 02 2017 with 137,947 miles
There was 1 defect noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- (Dangerous) Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
Passed
On May 20 2016 with 136,000 miles
Passed
On May 21 2015 with 131,508 miles
Passed
On May 20 2014 with 128,102 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
User Entered:
- front suspension bushes starting to perish
- light play in steering box
- rear axle bushes starting perish
Passed
On May 20 2013 with 125,735 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- light free play in steering box and drop arm bushes
Passed
On May 03 2012 with 122,153 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
User Entered:
- rear exhaust blowing
- front tyre inner edges wearing
Passed
On May 10 2011 with 119,013 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
Failed
On May 09 2011 with 119,004 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Advisory:
- Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
Passed
On May 20 2010 with 115,973 miles
Passed
On May 21 2009 with 113,240 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
User Entered:
- body corrosion in places underneath
- rear sub frame bushes perishing + wearing
Passed
On May 16 2008 with 110,791 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Passed
On May 16 2007 with 106,888 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Passed
On May 16 2006 with 101,802 miles
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