Mercedes Benz C 250 MOT Check

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

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95.2%

Avg Pass Rate

+5.0%

vs Mercedes Benz Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Mercedes Benz C 250 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes Benz C 250 has an average MOT pass rate of 95.2%, which is 5.0 percentage points above the Mercedes Benz brand average of 90.2%. This is a strong result, indicating that the C 250 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

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

2017

Based on 72 vehicles

98.6%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

2016

Based on 71 vehicles

95.8%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

165k mi

2015

Based on 209 vehicles

98.1%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 3yr

117k mi

Mileage at 10yr

170k mi

2014

Based on 109 vehicles

99.1%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

148k mi

2013

Based on 88 vehicles

95.5%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

177k mi

2012

Based on 162 vehicles

97.5%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

2011

Based on 284 vehicles

97.2%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 3yr

89k mi

Mileage at 5yr

122k mi

2010

Based on 116 vehicles

94.8%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 5yr

114k mi

2009

Based on 61 vehicles

93.4%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1999

Based on 126 vehicles

92.9%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Mileage at 10yr

208k mi

1998

Based on 232 vehicles

92.2%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1997

Based on 462 vehicles

93.3%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1996

Based on 349 vehicles

94.8%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1995

Based on 244 vehicles

94.3%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1994

Based on 98 vehicles

93.9%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

1993

Based on 70 vehicles

91.4%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 250

Mercedes Benz C 250 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mercedes Benz C 250 MOT and reliability.

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

The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz C 250 is 95.2% 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 250?

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

Is the Mercedes Benz C 250 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 95.2%, the Mercedes Benz C 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 C 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 C 250?

Typical mileage for the Mercedes Benz C 250: 164,919 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used C 250 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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