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D546 YTY

1987 Mercedes-benz 508 D

Green Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests23 (13 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate56.5%

Mileage

35,099 mi
Last recorded35,099 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 508 D27,786 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD546 YTY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model508 D
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

13 pass 10 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 35,099 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2024 34,617 miles

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

Fail 12 Dec 2024 34,617 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 33,627 miles

Nearside Rear foot brake slow in working

Pass 23 Dec 2022 31,678 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2022 31,642 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 30,604 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2021 30,604 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 28,630 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 28,630 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 24,019 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 24,019 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 23,647 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2018 23,647 miles

Nearside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2017 20,813 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 20,813 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 20,067 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 20,067 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 14,394 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2015 14,381 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 9,534 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 9,522 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 2,083 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 508 D?

Based on 2,678 MOT tests across 314 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
2,904
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 188
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 133
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 97
fog lamp not working 88
position lamp(s) not working 84
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D546 YTY is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 508 D in Green with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.5%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 508 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 27,786 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 508 D fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 188 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D546 YTY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 508 D typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 39 years old, this Mercedes-benz 508 D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of D546 YTY?

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What year was D546 YTY registered?

D546 YTY is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 508 D, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D546 YTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for D546 YTY shows 23 tests with a 56.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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