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Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A reliable? We analysed 439 real MOT tests across 115 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 439 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
86.3%
Typical Mileage
39,480mi
Annual Mileage
9,248mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A 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 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A.

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Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

85.4%
2020

Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24
Road wheel fractured 3
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 3
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2

Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,594 mi/yr
Typical
9,248 mi/yr
Average
9,873 mi/yr
Heavy usage
12,626 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 343 85.4% 26,760 40,206 54,108

How Long Does a Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A Last?

Based on 115 Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.9 years
Median
5.0 years

Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
39,480 mi
75th Percentile
53,119 mi
95th Percentile
78,110 mi
Max Recorded
106,607 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A

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

Best year
2020

85.4% MOT pass rate from 343 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.4% across 343 tests.

How Does the Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A 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 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A THIS CAR 86.3% 439 39,480 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
BMW 318 Ci 75% 352 100,262 mi — yrs

Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A?

The Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.3% across 439 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 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A 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 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A owner drives around 9,248 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 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A reliable?
Based on 439 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A has a 86.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A does around 9,248 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A?
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 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + D A is 2020 with a 85.4% pass rate across 343 tests.