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2013 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · BU63 OWM

BU63 OWM

2013 Mercedes-Benz E (2.1L, diesel). First registered 01/09/2013. Recorded mileage 110,929 miles. MOT status: Expired. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ E
Year / Origin
2013 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 23/09/2025
Road Tax
Untaxed (17/07/2025)
Recorded Mileage
110,929 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.1L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official 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.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 23/09/2025
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 17/07/2025
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2013
Engine
2143cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle last passed its MOT in September 2024, but this was only achieved after a failure on the same day. This failure was caused by a structural bulge in the offside front tyre, a cut in the nearside front tyre, worn front brake pads, and malfunctioning seat adjustment mechanisms. Given that today is June 2026, the MOT has now expired. There is a recurring pattern of neglect regarding safety consumables. In 2022, the vehicle failed due to worn and cut front tyres, thin rear brake pads, and a serious fluid leak from a rear shock absorber. The return of similar tyre and brake defects in 2024 suggests a trend of reactive maintenance rather than proactive care. The mileage is typical for a thirteen-year-old car, averaging around 8,533 miles per year. While this level of wear on brakes and tyres is expected for the age, the fact that these items were allowed to reach a failure point during the MOT indicates the vehicle may not have been serviced regularly between tests. Interior condition is also a concern, as the MOT history records broken tilt handles and a malfunctioning fore and aft adjustment mechanism for the driver's seat. The most important checks for a buyer are to inspect the current depth and structural integrity of all tyres, check the remaining thickness of the front and rear brake pads, and verify the operation of the seat adjustments.

BU63 OWM Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 25/09/2024
  • 110,929 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
30
/ 100 · Poor
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
! Older vehicle
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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BU63 OWM Mileage History

  1. 16/09/202293,084 mi
  2. 17/09/202293,088 mi+4 mi
  3. 22/09/2023103,169 mi+10,081 mi
  4. 23/09/2024110,912 mi+7,743 mi
  5. 25/09/2024110,929 mi+17 mi

Average of roughly 8,809 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

BU63 OWM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Jun 2026, 19:32
MOT Analysis

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 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (BU63 OWM) between September 2022 and September 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 25 September 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Windscreen (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: “Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. Tilt handle broken on both front seats no a”; “Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.

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