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Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto reliable? We analysed 3,066 real MOT tests across 1,010 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,066 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.2%
Typical Mileage
39,408mi
Annual Mileage
9,153mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D 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 C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto.

Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

86.1%
2022
90.7%
2021
87.5%
2020
88%
2019

Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 100
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 12
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9

Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
6,058 mi/yr
Typical
9,153 mi/yr
Average
11,145 mi/yr
Heavy usage
13,386 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 72 86.1% 21,322 29,623 44,306
2021 1,450 90.7% 24,664 33,160 46,726
2020 1,065 87.5% 34,560 45,687 58,573
2019 357 88.0% 32,798 44,414 58,658

How Long Does a Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto Last?

Based on 1,010 Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.0 years
Median
4.0 years

Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
39,408 mi
75th Percentile
54,086 mi
95th Percentile
80,986 mi
Max Recorded
233,515 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto

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

Best year
2021

90.7% MOT pass rate from 1,450 tests

Year to avoid
2022

86.1% MOT pass rate from 72 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.7% across 1,450 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.1% — 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 C 220 AMG Line Edition D 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 C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto THIS CAR 89.2% 3,066 39,408 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
Rieju Mrt 69.3% 2,387 5,665 mi 14 yrs

Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto?

The Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.2% across 3,066 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 C 220 AMG Line Edition D 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 C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto owner drives around 9,153 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 C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto reliable?
Based on 3,066 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto has a 89.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto does around 9,153 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D 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 C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz C 220 AMG Line Edition D Auto is 2021 with a 90.7% pass rate across 1,450 tests.