2012 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · BU61 ASK
2012 Mercedes-Benz E (2.1L, diesel). First registered 02 Apr 2012. Recorded mileage 134,550 miles. MOT expired on 10 Nov 2025. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 10 Nov 2025
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 134,550 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BU61 ASK Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/11/2024
- 134,550 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
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BU61 ASK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (BU61 ASK) between November 2022 and November 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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.
BU61 ASK Mileage History
- 11/11/202296,688 mi
- 09/11/2023116,888 mi+20,200 mi
- 04/11/2024134,550 mi+17,662 mi
Average of roughly 19,101 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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