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1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 2.3L Petrol · B512 YBV

B512 YBV

1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 (2.3L, petrol). First registered 21/03/1985. Recorded mileage 54,703 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ 230
Year / Origin
1985 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 18/09/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
54,703 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.3L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 18/09/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1985
Engine
2299cc

B512 YBV Key Findings

  • 21 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 16/09/2025
  • 54,703 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)

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

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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B512 YBV Mileage History

  1. 13/04/200649,583 mi
  2. 24/04/200749,590 mi+7 mi
  3. 17/04/200849,597 mi+7 mi
  4. 23/04/200949,604 mi+7 mi
  5. 22/04/201049,808 mi+204 mi
  6. 26/04/201149,611 mi-197 mi
  7. 27/04/201249,627 mi+16 mi
  8. 25/04/201349,630 mi+3 mi
  9. 17/04/201449,652 mi+22 mi
  10. 20/04/201549,673 mi+21 mi
  11. 31/03/201649,680 mi+7 mi
  12. 24/04/201750,418 mi+738 mi
  13. 24/04/201851,324 mi+906 mi
  14. 26/04/201952,182 mi+858 mi
  15. 17/09/202052,923 mi+741 mi
  16. 14/09/202153,426 mi+503 mi
  17. 20/09/202253,831 mi+405 mi
  18. 18/09/202354,248 mi+417 mi
  19. 05/09/202454,448 mi+200 mi
  20. 05/09/202454,448 mi
  21. 16/09/202554,703 mi+255 mi

Average of roughly 264 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

B512 YBV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 20:12
MOT Analysis

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

21 MOT tests are recorded for this 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 (B512 YBV) between April 2006 and September 2025.

The record contains 20 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 16 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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