Mercedes Benz 250 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mercedes Benz 250. Check any 250 by registration number below.

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85.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-4.4%

vs Mercedes Benz Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Mercedes Benz 250 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes Benz 250 has an average MOT pass rate of 85.8%, which is 4.4 percentage points below the Mercedes Benz brand average of 90.2%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 250 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Mercedes Benz 250, 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 250 performs at MOT across different model years.

2016

Based on 58 vehicles

84.5%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.5%

Retest Rate

32.5%

2015

Based on 70 vehicles

87.1%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.9%

Retest Rate

23.5%

2014

Based on 77 vehicles

84.4%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

16.7%

Mileage at 10yr

143k mi

2013

Based on 83 vehicles

77.1%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

1.6%

Retest Rate

21.9%

Mileage at 10yr

114k mi

2012

Based on 189 vehicles

68.8%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

47.5%

Mileage at 10yr

170k mi

2011

Based on 69 vehicles

75.4%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

9.5%

Retest Rate

21.4%

2010

Based on 79 vehicles

75.9%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.9%

Retest Rate

11.8%

2009

Based on 75 vehicles

85.3%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

9.3%

1999

Based on 102 vehicles

89.2%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

279k mi

1998

Based on 86 vehicles

91.9%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

279k mi

1997

Based on 98 vehicles

89.8%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1996

Based on 82 vehicles

95.1%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1995

Based on 118 vehicles

94.9%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1994

Based on 91 vehicles

94.5%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1993

Based on 196 vehicles

93.4%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1992

Based on 350 vehicles

92.9%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

16.7%

1991

Based on 393 vehicles

92.9%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.1%

Retest Rate

18.2%

1990

Based on 62 vehicles

74.2%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

4.7%

Retest Rate

18.6%

1989

Based on 51 vehicles

82.4%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.5%

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear Nearside

3.4%

Front Nearside Lower

3.4%

Rear Offside

1.7%

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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

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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 250

Mercedes Benz 250 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mercedes Benz 250 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz 250?

The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz 250 is 85.8% 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 250?

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

Is the Mercedes Benz 250 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 85.8%, the Mercedes Benz 250 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 250?

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 250?

Typical mileage for the Mercedes Benz 250: 143,310 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 250 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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