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Mercedes Benz 245 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mercedes Benz 245. Check any 245 by registration number below.

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97.6%

Avg Pass Rate

+7.4%

vs Mercedes Benz Avg

9

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Mercedes Benz 245 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes Benz 245 has an average MOT pass rate of 97.6%, which is 7.4 percentage points above the Mercedes Benz brand average of 90.2%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 245 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Mercedes Benz 245, 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 245 performs at MOT across different model years.

2015

Based on 101 vehicles

100.0%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Mileage at 10yr

128k mi

2014

Based on 192 vehicles

98.4%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Mileage at 5yr

67k mi

Mileage at 10yr

137k mi

2011

Based on 78 vehicles

98.7%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

2010

Based on 148 vehicles

96.6%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Mileage at 5yr

107k mi

2009

Based on 126 vehicles

95.2%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Mileage at 5yr

99k mi

Mileage at 10yr

151k mi

2008

Based on 120 vehicles

98.3%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Mileage at 5yr

77k mi

Mileage at 10yr

145k mi

2007

Based on 101 vehicles

96.0%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Mileage at 5yr

68k mi

Mileage at 10yr

174k mi

2006

Based on 80 vehicles

98.8%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Mileage at 10yr

168k mi

2005

Based on 58 vehicles

96.6%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Mileage at 10yr

150k mi

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Compare MOT reliability across Mercedes Benz models.

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83.5% pass rate

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92.7% pass rate

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85.8% pass rate

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87.8% pass rate

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100.0% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

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

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Mercedes Benz 245

Mercedes Benz 245 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mercedes Benz 245 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz 245?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz 245 is 97.6% 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 245?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Mercedes Benz 245 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 97.6%, the Mercedes Benz 245 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 245?
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 245?
Typical mileage for the Mercedes Benz 245: 127,900 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 245 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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