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D531 WBD

1986 Mercedes-benz 230

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

158,116 mi
Last recorded158,116 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 230112,152 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD531 WBD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model230
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 158,116 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2026 158,115 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner bay under bonnet (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 158,046 miles

Both front outer sills corroded and holed but not within 30cm of mounting points

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front suspension bushes perished

slight oil leak from rear diff

Pass 20 Jan 2023 157,796 miles

Nearside Front Outer Sill corroded and holed , not within 30cm any structural points

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sill corroded and holed , not within 30cm any structural points

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 157,511 miles

shockabsorber dust covers detached on offside rear plus nearside front

Pass 9 Jun 2021 155,284 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 155,284 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 154,767 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 154,691 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 154,405 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 154,399 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 135,935 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 152,869 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 151,535 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 148,931 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 147,026 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 144,988 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 143,252 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 140,240 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 137,349 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 133,611 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 133,590 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 130,498 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
Full Mercedes-benz 230 reliability report

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D531 WBD is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230 in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 D531 WBD, 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 D531 WBD registered?

D531 WBD is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 230, first registered on 10 September 1986.

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