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D129 JRL

1986 Mercedes-benz 230

Cream Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,783 mi
Last recorded94,783 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 230112,152 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD129 JRL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1986
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2025 94,783 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 94,237 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 93,426 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 92,960 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 92,615 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 92,405 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 91,185 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 90,239 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 88,596 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 87,079 miles

NSF tyre on 2mm & cracking

Slight play in steering joints

Pass 1 May 2015 85,744 miles

cuts in n/s/r tyre

n/s/f tyre cracking

rear c/v boots cracking

slight bind o/s/f wheel

Pass 29 Apr 2014 84,486 miles

N/S/F & rear tyres cracking NO cords showing @ MOT

Rear CV boots starting to crack

Pass 2 May 2013 83,385 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 82,646 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 81,669 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 80,709 miles

Front number plate close to limits .

Prop centre gaitar split .

Pass 29 Apr 2009 79,829 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 78,637 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 77,482 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Slight leak steering shock close to limits

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 8 May 2006 75,295 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 230?

Based on 68,016 MOT tests across 8,576 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
1,918
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
8,576
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,934
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,565
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,276
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,500
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,463
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D129 JRL is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230 in Cream with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 230 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 112,152 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 230 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,934 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D129 JRL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 230 typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 40 years old, this Mercedes-benz 230 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D129 JRL registered?

D129 JRL is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is D129 JRL safe to buy?

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