2011 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · BF11 EOV
2011 Mercedes-Benz E (2.1L, diesel). First registered 30 Jun 2011. Recorded mileage 63,262 miles. MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 63,262 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
BF11 EOV Key Findings
- 16 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 17/03/2026
- 63,262 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BF11 EOV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (BF11 EOV) between June 2014 and March 2026.
The record contains 12 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 17 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (11 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
BF11 EOV Mileage History
- 30/06/201418,907 mi
- 25/06/201522,313 mi+3,406 mi
- 22/06/201626,182 mi+3,869 mi
- 26/06/201729,109 mi+2,927 mi
- 04/07/201838,584 mi+9,475 mi
- 09/07/201838,629 mi+45 mi
- 15/07/201943,901 mi+5,272 mi
- 20/01/202156,264 mi+12,363 mi
- 19/01/202257,389 mi+1,125 mi
- 18/01/202359,151 mi+1,762 mi
- 23/01/202461,258 mi+2,107 mi
- 29/01/202461,267 mi+9 mi
- 04/02/202562,914 mi+1,647 mi
- 04/02/202562,918 mi+4 mi
- 22/01/202663,217 mi+299 mi
- 17/03/202663,262 mi+45 mi
Average of roughly 3,787 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
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