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Mercedes-benz C 300 E AMG Line Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz C 300 E AMG Line Auto reliable? We analysed 488 real MOT tests across 351 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 488 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.5%
Typical Mileage
35,856mi
Annual Mileage
11,806mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz C 300 E AMG Line 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 300 E AMG Line Auto.

Mercedes-benz C 300 E AMG Line Auto Number Plates

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

Mercedes-benz C 300 E AMG Line Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

88.2%
2022

Mercedes-benz C 300 E AMG Line Auto Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4

Mercedes-benz C 300 E AMG Line Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
5,803 mi/yr
Typical
11,806 mi/yr
Average
15,307 mi/yr
Heavy usage
20,611 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz C 300 E AMG Line Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 442 88.2% 22,432 34,660 51,644

How Long Does a Mercedes-benz C 300 E AMG Line Auto Last?

Based on 351 Mercedes-benz C 300 E AMG Line Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.3 years
Median
2.0 years

Mercedes-benz C 300 E AMG Line Auto Mileage Distribution

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

Median
35,856 mi
75th Percentile
52,789 mi
95th Percentile
81,227 mi
Max Recorded
155,792 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz C 300 E AMG Line Auto

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

Best year
2022

88.2% MOT pass rate from 442 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz C 300 E AMG Line Auto is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.2% across 442 tests.

How Does the Mercedes-benz C 300 E AMG Line 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 300 E AMG Line Auto THIS CAR 87.5% 488 35,856 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
Harley-davidson Street Bob Fxdb 1584 13 91.3% 762 11,119 mi 13 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 E AMG Line Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz C 300 E AMG Line Auto?

The Mercedes-benz C 300 E AMG Line Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.5% across 488 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 E AMG Line 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 300 E AMG Line Auto owner drives around 11,806 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 E AMG Line Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz C 300 E AMG Line Auto reliable?
Based on 488 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz C 300 E AMG Line Auto has a 87.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz C 300 E AMG Line Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz C 300 E AMG Line Auto do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz C 300 E AMG Line Auto does around 11,806 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz C 300 E AMG Line Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz C 300 E AMG Line 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 300 E AMG Line Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz C 300 E AMG Line Auto is 2022 with a 88.2% pass rate across 442 tests.