2012 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · FX62 XPE
2012 Mercedes-Benz E (2.1L, diesel). First registered 25 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 159,048 miles. MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 159,048 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FX62 XPE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/08/2026
- 159,048 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FX62 XPE 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 (FX62 XPE) between July 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 18 August 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: Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues). 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: “Rear Sub-frame fractured Broken (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”.
FX62 XPE Mileage History
- 25/07/2023150,373 mi
- 22/07/2024153,107 mi+2,734 mi
- 26/07/2025156,756 mi+3,649 mi
- 17/08/2026159,048 mi+2,292 mi
- 18/08/2026159,048 mi
Average of roughly 2,828 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- Rear Subframe CorrosionSerious
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