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Mercedes-Benz E

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LT12 BAVMOT history

LT12 BAV is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 9 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 131,612 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

LT12 BAV grey Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
131,612 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,631 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT12 BAV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
9 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT12 BAV was last recorded at 131,612 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 47 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,565 miles · 28 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
47 miles
Average per year
4,631 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,612 miles
  • 2025 – 126,184 miles
  • 2024 – 120,677 miles
  • 2023 – 112,885 miles
  • 2022 – 106,500 miles
  • 2021 – 102,692 miles
  • 2020 – 98,497 miles
  • 2019 – 94,554 miles
  • 2018 – 89,675 miles
  • 2017 – 85,453 miles
  • 2016 – 82,961 miles
  • 2015 – 80,600 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,612 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

15 tests since 7 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,612 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    131,612 miles
    Test number
    248371115718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail131,565 miles (+5,381)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,565 miles
    Test number
    597271600234
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass126,184 miles (+5,507)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    126,184 miles
    Test number
    899324333479
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass120,677 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    120,677 miles
    Test number
    959936235858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail120,632 miles (+7,747)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,632 miles
    Test number
    799027113005
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured inner rim (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured inner rim (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel fractured inner rim (5.2.2 (a))
  6. Pass112,885 miles (+6,385)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    112,885 miles
    Test number
    147196858889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass106,500 miles (+3,808)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    106,500 miles
    Test number
    197144213309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass102,692 miles (+4,195)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    102,692 miles
    Test number
    394119021659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass98,497 miles (+3,943)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    98,497 miles
    Test number
    987460263423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass94,554 miles (+4,879)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    94,554 miles
    Test number
    823445033190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass89,675 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    89,675 miles
    Test number
    558838573376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail89,671 miles (+4,218)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,671 miles
    Test number
    221847310664
    • FailureCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
  13. Pass85,453 miles (+2,492)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    85,453 miles
    Test number
    115294674344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass82,961 miles (+2,361)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    82,961 miles
    Test number
    850832222509
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted
  15. Pass80,600 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    80,600 miles
    Test number
    119276665490
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f brake pads 90% or more worn
    • NoteRear brake pads 70% or more worn

Questions about LT12 BAV

Does LT12 BAV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT12 BAV is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT12 BAV?
The MOT on LT12 BAV is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT12 BAV done?
LT12 BAV was recorded at 131,612 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 4,631 miles a year.
Has LT12 BAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT12 BAV has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LT12 BAV ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LT12 BAV find?
LT12 BAV passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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