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Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers reliable? We analysed 735 real MOT tests across 131 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 735 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.2%
Typical Mileage
17,160mi
Annual Mileage
2,170mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
13yrs

The Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint and headlamp not working on dipped beam. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers.

Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers Number Plates

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

Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

92.1%
2021
90.7%
2018
94.3%
2017
94.7%
2016
89.1%
2015
80.8%
2013

Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 4
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 4
Headlamp not working on main beam 4
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4
Registration plate lamp not working 3
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 3

Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
1,127 mi/yr
Typical
2,170 mi/yr
Average
3,892 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,885 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 63 92.1% 6,142 9,097 12,396
2018 54 90.7% 4,514 7,392 9,315
2017 122 94.3% 8,492 12,578 17,021
2016 76 94.7% 11,526 16,823 20,903
2015 92 89.1% 13,013 20,366 29,683
2013 78 80.8% 25,800 31,892 36,747

How Long Does a Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers Last?

Based on 131 Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers vehicles on UK roads.

Average
6.2 years
Median
5.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
13 years

Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers Mileage Distribution

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

Median
17,160 mi
75th Percentile
31,892 mi
95th Percentile
113,749 mi
Max Recorded
269,510 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers

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

Best year
2016

94.7% MOT pass rate from 76 tests

Year to avoid
2013

80.8% MOT pass rate from 78 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers is 2016, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.7% across 76 tests. The 2013 model year has the lowest pass rate at 80.8% — 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 Auto-sleepers Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers THIS CAR 87.2% 735 17,160 mi 13 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 Up Beats 92.8% 942 16,960 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers?

The Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.2% across 735 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common problems on the Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (5 recorded failures), suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (4), and headlamp not working on dipped beam (4). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers owner drives around 2,170 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.

In terms of longevity, most Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers models stay on UK roads for around 13 years. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

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 Auto-sleepers — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers reliable?
Based on 735 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers has a 87.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers?
The most common MOT failures are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint, and headlamp not working on dipped beam. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers does around 2,170 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers last?
Most Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers models stay on UK roads for around 13 years based on our analysis of 131 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers?
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 Auto-sleepers?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz Auto-sleepers is 2016 with a 94.7% pass rate across 76 tests.