2012 Mercedes-Benz E 3.0L Diesel · K88 AAC
2012 Mercedes-Benz E (3.0L, diesel). First registered 27 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 96,993 miles. MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Borehamwood
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 96,993 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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K88 AAC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/06/2026
- 96,993 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 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.
K88 AAC 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 (K88 AAC) between June 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 12 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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.
K88 AAC Mileage History
- 22/06/202277,800 mi
- 26/06/202382,368 mi+4,568 mi
- 28/06/202487,730 mi+5,362 mi
- 01/07/202592,210 mi+4,480 mi
- 19/06/202696,993 mi+4,783 mi
Average of roughly 4,808 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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