Mercedes Benz C 220 Cdi MOT Check

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

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92.6%

Avg Pass Rate

+2.4%

vs Mercedes Benz Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Mercedes Benz C 220 Cdi — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes Benz C 220 Cdi has an average MOT pass rate of 92.6%, which is 2.4 percentage points above the Mercedes Benz brand average of 90.2%. This is a strong result, indicating that the C 220 Cdi is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

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

2014

Based on 148 vehicles

93.9%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 5yr

97k mi

Mileage at 10yr

195k mi

2013

Based on 345 vehicles

94.8%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 5yr

144k mi

Mileage at 10yr

198k mi

2012

Based on 491 vehicles

93.1%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

2011

Based on 636 vehicles

92.9%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 5yr

102k mi

2010

Based on 552 vehicles

92.8%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

2009

Based on 664 vehicles

93.5%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

171k mi

2008

Based on 1,266 vehicles

92.3%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 5yr

111k mi

Mileage at 10yr

200k mi

2007

Based on 1,226 vehicles

92.7%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

178k mi

2006

Based on 762 vehicles

91.5%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 5yr

152k mi

Mileage at 10yr

191k mi

2005

Based on 768 vehicles

90.8%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

199k mi

2004

Based on 841 vehicles

92.2%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

224k mi

2003

Based on 641 vehicles

88.9%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

218k mi

2002

Based on 723 vehicles

90.7%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

191k mi

2001

Based on 473 vehicles

90.1%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

189k mi

2000

Based on 144 vehicles

93.8%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1999

Based on 79 vehicles

91.1%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1998

Based on 75 vehicles

98.7%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

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Useful MOT Guides

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See detailed fault analysis for Mercedes Benz C 220 Cdi

Mercedes Benz C 220 Cdi — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mercedes Benz C 220 Cdi MOT and reliability.

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

The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz C 220 Cdi is 92.6% 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 C 220 Cdi?

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

Is the Mercedes Benz C 220 Cdi reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 92.6%, the Mercedes Benz C 220 Cdi 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 C 220 Cdi?

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 C 220 Cdi?

Typical mileage for the Mercedes Benz C 220 Cdi: 97,121 miles at 5 years, 194,760 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used C 220 Cdi to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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