2011 Mercedes-Benz E 3.0L Diesel · VU11 OPO
2011 Mercedes-Benz E (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2011. Recorded mileage 107,806 miles. MOT valid until 08 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 107,806 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VU11 OPO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/08/2026
- 107,806 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VU11 OPO 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (VU11 OPO) between August 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 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 (9 issues), Brakes (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i)”.
VU11 OPO Mileage History
- 10/08/202377,161 mi
- 31/07/202484,599 mi+7,438 mi
- 10/08/202485,051 mi+452 mi
- 31/07/202596,039 mi+10,988 mi
- 06/08/2026107,806 mi+11,767 mi
Average of roughly 10,249 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
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- OM651 Diesel Chain Tensioner Oil LeakModerate
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- Rear Subframe CorrosionSerious
Like the W204, the rear subframe can corrode badly enough to fail an MOT and require full replacement.
- Airmatic Air Suspension LeaksSerious
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