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

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64.1%

Avg Pass Rate

-26.1%

vs Mercedes Benz Avg

4

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Mercedes Benz CLC — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes Benz CLC has an average MOT pass rate of 64.1%, which is 26.1 percentage points below the Mercedes Benz brand average of 90.2%. This suggests the CLC can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

The most common reasons a Mercedes Benz CLC fails its MOT are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. If you are preparing your CLC 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 CLC, 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 CLC performs at MOT across different model years.

2011

Based on 1,384 vehicles

66.6%Average
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

8.9%

Retest Rate

34.0%

2010

Based on 6,445 vehicles

64.1%Below Average
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

7.8%

Retest Rate

33.7%

2009

Based on 8,753 vehicles

63.7%Below Average
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

8.0%

Retest Rate

31.5%

2008

Based on 5,675 vehicles

62.1%Below Average
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

7.9%

Retest Rate

32.9%

Top MOT Failures — Mercedes Benz CLC

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

1

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

5.5%
2

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

3.7%
3

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

2.7%
4

A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

2.2%
5

A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED

2.0%
Mercedes Benz CLC Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Offside

9.8%

Front Nearside

7.1%

Rear Offside

3.7%

Other Mercedes Benz Models

Compare MOT reliability across Mercedes Benz models.

Mercedes Benz E 300

94.2% pass rate

Mercedes Benz E

83.5% pass rate

Mercedes Benz Amg Gla 45 S 4matic+ Auto

92.7% pass rate

Mercedes Benz V

85.8% pass rate

Mercedes Benz Vito 112

87.8% pass rate

Mercedes Benz Sl 500

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 CLC

Mercedes Benz CLC — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mercedes Benz CLC MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz CLC?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz CLC is 64.1% 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 CLC?
The most common MOT failures on the Mercedes Benz CLC are: A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (5.5%), A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (3.7%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (2.7%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Mercedes Benz CLC reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 64.1%, the Mercedes Benz CLC is rated as "Below Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Mercedes Benz CLC?
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 CLC?
Mileage data for the Mercedes Benz CLC is available in the detailed breakdown on this page.

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