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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mercedes 316cdi. Check any 316cdi by registration number below.

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94.7%

Avg Pass Rate

+17.0%

vs Mercedes Avg

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Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Mercedes 316cdi — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes 316cdi has an average MOT pass rate of 94.7%, which is 17.0 percentage points above the Mercedes brand average of 77.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 316cdi is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Mercedes 316cdi, 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 316cdi performs at MOT across different model years.

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Based on 19 vehicles

94.7%Excellent
Mercedes average: 77.7%
Mileage at 5yr

66k mi

Other Mercedes Models

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71.4% pass rate

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76.6% pass rate

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66.7% pass rate

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80.5% pass rate

Mercedes SLS

93.8% pass rate

Mercedes S Class

69.6% pass rate

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See detailed fault analysis for Mercedes 316cdi

Mercedes 316cdi — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mercedes 316cdi MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes 316cdi?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes 316cdi is 94.7% compared to the Mercedes average of 77.7%. 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 316cdi?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Mercedes 316cdi reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 94.7%, the Mercedes 316cdi 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 316cdi?
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 316cdi?
Typical mileage for the Mercedes 316cdi: 66,153 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 316cdi to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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