Mercedes Benz 220 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mercedes Benz 220. Check any 220 by registration number below.

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79.6%

Avg Pass Rate

-10.6%

vs Mercedes Benz Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Mercedes Benz 220 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes Benz 220 has an average MOT pass rate of 79.6%, which is 10.6 percentage points below the Mercedes Benz brand average of 90.2%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your 220 on the road.

The most common reasons a Mercedes Benz 220 fails its MOT are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn. If you are preparing your 220 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Mercedes Benz 220, 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 220 performs at MOT across different model years.

2019

Based on 47 vehicles

95.7%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

6.5%

Mileage at 5yr

149k mi

2018

Based on 68 vehicles

85.3%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

9.1%

Retest Rate

13.6%

Mileage at 5yr

99k mi

2017

Based on 121 vehicles

87.6%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.0%

Retest Rate

9.5%

2016

Based on 194 vehicles

85.1%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

17.9%

2015

Based on 151 vehicles

78.1%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.4%

Retest Rate

25.5%

Mileage at 10yr

295k mi

2014

Based on 202 vehicles

85.6%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.3%

Retest Rate

10.6%

Mileage at 10yr

168k mi

2013

Based on 59 vehicles

66.1%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

12.9%

Retest Rate

29.0%

Mileage at 10yr

162k mi

2012

Based on 107 vehicles

71.0%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.2%

Retest Rate

27.7%

Mileage at 10yr

173k mi

2011

Based on 60 vehicles

75.0%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

15.4%

2010

Based on 46 vehicles

56.5%Below Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

14.8%

Retest Rate

37.0%

2009

Based on 148 vehicles

73.6%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

7.0%

Retest Rate

18.6%

2008

Based on 141 vehicles

61.7%Below Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

9.9%

Retest Rate

24.7%

2007

Based on 139 vehicles

65.5%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

12.8%

Retest Rate

32.1%

2006

Based on 92 vehicles

69.6%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

11.3%

Retest Rate

17.0%

2005

Based on 124 vehicles

72.6%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

16.0%

2004

Based on 32 vehicles

71.9%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Retest Rate

23.5%

2003

Based on 198 vehicles

92.9%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

41.7%

Mileage at 10yr

210k mi

2002

Based on 230 vehicles

91.7%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

228k mi

2001

Based on 241 vehicles

92.9%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

223k mi

2000

Based on 173 vehicles

87.3%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

190k mi

1999

Based on 121 vehicles

87.6%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

235k mi

1998

Based on 54 vehicles

92.6%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

244k mi

1995

Based on 51 vehicles

84.3%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

5.6%

Retest Rate

5.6%

1993

Based on 288 vehicles

80.2%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

12.8%

Top MOT Failures — Mercedes Benz 220

The most common reasons a Mercedes Benz 220 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

21.7%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

8.1%

Mercedes Benz 220 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

2.1%

Front Offside

2.1%

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Useful MOT Guides

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Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

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See detailed fault analysis for Mercedes Benz 220

Mercedes Benz 220 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mercedes Benz 220 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz 220?

The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz 220 is 79.6% 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 220?

The most common MOT failures on the Mercedes Benz 220 are: Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (21.7%), A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (8.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Mercedes Benz 220 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 79.6%, the Mercedes Benz 220 is rated as "Good" 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 220?

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 220?

Typical mileage for the Mercedes Benz 220: 149,246 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 220 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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