2011 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · JE53 AJE
2011 Mercedes-Benz E (2.1L, diesel). First registered 05 Mar 2011. Recorded mileage 71,785 miles. MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2011
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,785 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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JE53 AJE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/11/2025
- 71,785 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
JE53 AJE MOT History
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 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (JE53 AJE) between March 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
JE53 AJE Mileage History
- 26/03/202261,115 mi
- 20/12/202261,535 mi+420 mi
- 21/11/202364,709 mi+3,174 mi
- 21/11/202467,853 mi+3,144 mi
- 21/11/202571,785 mi+3,932 mi
Average of roughly 2,917 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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