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2012 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · FN12 ABF

FN12 ABF

2012 Mercedes-Benz E (2.1L, diesel). First registered 01/07/2012. Recorded mileage 113,739 miles. MOT valid until 13/03/2027. Taxed until 01/12/2026.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ E
Year / Origin
2012 · Nottingham
MOT Status
Valid until 13/03/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/12/2026)
Recorded Mileage
113,739 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.1L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 13/03/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/12/2026
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2012
Engine
2143cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

This vehicle is currently roadworthy and demonstrates a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 14 March 2026 at 113,739 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. While the car failed a test on 2 March 2026, the record shows no specific defects for that failure, suggesting a clerical error or a minor issue resolved immediately before the successful retest twelve days later. The mileage is typical for a fourteen year old vehicle, averaging roughly 8,124 miles per year. There was a significant increase in usage between February 2025 and March 2026, where the odometer rose from 91,044 to 113,739 miles. This indicates the car covered over 22,000 miles in just over a year, a sharp increase compared to the 7,330 miles logged between January 2024 and February 2025. The MOT history is exceptionally clean, with no advisories or failures related to suspension bushes, brake discs, or structural corrosion over the last four years. This lack of flagged defects suggests a high standard of preventative maintenance or a vehicle that has been spared harsh environments. A buyer should still perform a physical inspection of the brake pads and tyre tread depths, as these consumables are not always flagged until they reach the legal limit. Given the recent spike in annual mileage, checking the service history for a recent oil change and filter replacement is advisable to ensure the engine remains protected after the increased workload.

FN12 ABF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 14/03/2026
  • 113,739 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)

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

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
75
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
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FN12 ABF Mileage History

  1. 03/02/202378,959 mi
  2. 12/01/202485,714 mi+6,755 mi
  3. 01/02/202591,044 mi+5,330 mi
  4. 02/03/2026113,697 mi+22,653 mi
  5. 14/03/2026113,739 mi+42 mi

Average of roughly 11,192 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

FN12 ABF MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 2 Sept 2026, 06:12
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 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (FN12 ABF) between February 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 14 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 (7 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 15 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: “Rear Sub-frame likely to fail Sub frame been welded together both sides rear! (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”.

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