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Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto reliable? We analysed 943 real MOT tests across 341 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 943 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.0%
Typical Mileage
28,984mi
Annual Mileage
7,319mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto.

Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

90%
2022
88.6%
2021
86%
2020
87%
2019

Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3
Tyre has ply or cords exposed out of shape and flat spots inner edge 3
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3

Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,674 mi/yr
Typical
7,319 mi/yr
Average
8,480 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,295 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 249 90.0% 17,804 25,747 34,030
2021 289 88.6% 20,091 29,356 41,048
2020 300 86.0% 23,031 30,678 40,357
2019 69 87.0% 29,600 36,416 46,737

How Long Does a Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto Last?

Based on 341 Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.7 years
Median
4.0 years

Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
28,984 mi
75th Percentile
39,910 mi
95th Percentile
59,784 mi
Max Recorded
88,939 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2022

90.0% MOT pass rate from 249 tests

Year to avoid
2020

86.0% MOT pass rate from 300 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.0% across 249 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto THIS CAR 88.0% 943 28,984 mi — yrs
Mercedes-benz C 77.6% 8,031,355 77,082 mi 32 yrs
Mercedes-benz E 79.4% 4,722,746 83,960 mi 33 yrs
Mercedes-benz A-class 77.6% 4,204,702 57,023 mi 28 yrs
Volkswagen Passat Highline TDI 82.7% 1,321 149,071 mi — yrs

Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto?

The Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.0% across 943 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto owner drives around 7,319 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto reliable?
Based on 943 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto has a 88.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto does around 7,319 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 35 4MATIC Auto is 2022 with a 90.0% pass rate across 249 tests.