2012 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · AN61 BAM
2012 Mercedes-Benz E (2.1L, diesel). First registered 22 Feb 2012. Recorded mileage 84,276 miles. MOT expired on 20 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 84,276 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AN61 BAM Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/07/2025
- 84,276 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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AN61 BAM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (AN61 BAM) between July 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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.
AN61 BAM Mileage History
- 06/07/202276,541 mi
- 14/07/202379,549 mi+3,008 mi
- 17/07/202481,974 mi+2,425 mi
- 22/07/202584,276 mi+2,302 mi
Average of roughly 2,541 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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