2012 Mercedes-Benz E 3.0L Diesel · T1 ARV
2012 Mercedes-Benz E (3.0L, diesel). First registered 29 Oct 2012. Recorded mileage 64,356 miles. MOT valid until 27 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2012
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 64,356 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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T1 ARV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/10/2026
- 64,356 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
T1 ARV 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 (T1 ARV) between October 2022 and October 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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.
T1 ARV Mileage History
- 19/10/202253,703 mi
- 05/10/202356,624 mi+2,921 mi
- 11/10/202458,833 mi+2,209 mi
- 13/10/202560,676 mi+1,843 mi
- 22/10/202664,356 mi+3,680 mi
Average of roughly 2,658 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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