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1986 Mercedes-Benz 230 2.3L Petrol · D531 WBD

D531 WBD

1986 Mercedes-Benz 230 (2.3L, petrol). First registered 10/09/1986. Recorded mileage 158,116 miles. MOT valid until 12/02/2027.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 12/02/2027
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1986
Engine
2299cc

D531 WBD Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/02/2026
  • 158,116 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
80
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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D531 WBD Mileage History

  1. 15/06/2022157,511 mi
  2. 20/01/2023157,796 mi+285 mi
  3. 16/04/2024158,046 mi+250 mi
  4. 10/02/2026158,115 mi+69 mi
  5. 13/02/2026158,116 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 165 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

D531 WBD MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1986 Mercedes-Benz 230 (D531 WBD) between June 2022 and February 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 13 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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