2012 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · BO56 ADA
2012 Mercedes-Benz E (2.1L, diesel). First registered 29 Oct 2012. Recorded mileage 131,473 miles. MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 131,473 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BO56 ADA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/03/2026
- 131,473 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
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BO56 ADA 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (BO56 ADA) between March 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 25 March 2026 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 (5 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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: “Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
BO56 ADA Mileage History
- 02/03/2023117,874 mi
- 13/03/2024124,322 mi+6,448 mi
- 15/03/2024124,323 mi+1 mi
- 17/03/2025127,321 mi+2,998 mi
- 25/03/2026131,473 mi+4,152 mi
Average of roughly 4,438 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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