Mercedes Benz 204 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mercedes Benz 204. Check any 204 by registration number below.

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97.7%

Avg Pass Rate

+7.5%

vs Mercedes Benz Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Mercedes Benz 204 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes Benz 204 has an average MOT pass rate of 97.7%, which is 7.5 percentage points above the Mercedes Benz brand average of 90.2%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 204 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Typical mileage for the 204 is around 121,563 miles at 5 years. When evaluating a used 204, compare the odometer reading against these benchmarks. Significantly lower mileage than expected could indicate a clocked vehicle — run a free mileage check to verify.

Before buying a used Mercedes Benz 204, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Mercedes Benz 204 performs at MOT across different model years.

2014

Based on 64 vehicles

98.4%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

2013

Based on 65 vehicles

98.5%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

2012

Based on 96 vehicles

99.0%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 5yr

132k mi

2011

Based on 148 vehicles

97.3%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 5yr

108k mi

2010

Based on 134 vehicles

96.3%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 3yr

66k mi

Mileage at 5yr

94k mi

2009

Based on 241 vehicles

96.7%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 3yr

58k mi

Mileage at 5yr

122k mi

Mileage at 10yr

197k mi

2008

Based on 197 vehicles

97.0%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 3yr

73k mi

Mileage at 5yr

72k mi

Mileage at 10yr

175k mi

2007

Based on 154 vehicles

98.1%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 3yr

55k mi

Mileage at 5yr

110k mi

Mileage at 10yr

160k mi

Typical Mileage — Mercedes Benz 204

Average mileage readings recorded at MOT tests for the 2009 model year range. Use these benchmarks to evaluate a used 204.

At 3 Years

57,813

miles

At 5 Years

121,563

miles

At 10 Years

197,158

miles

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See detailed fault analysis for Mercedes Benz 204

Mercedes Benz 204 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mercedes Benz 204 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz 204?

The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz 204 is 97.7% compared to the Mercedes Benz average of 90.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Mercedes Benz 204?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the Mercedes Benz 204 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 97.7%, the Mercedes Benz 204 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Mercedes Benz 204?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Mercedes Benz 204?

Typical mileage for the Mercedes Benz 204: 132,390 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 204 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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