Mercedes-benz C200 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Mercedes-benz C200 car check
Is the Mercedes-benz C200 reliable? We analysed 684 real MOT tests across 106 vehicles to find out.
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The Mercedes-benz C200 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mercedes-benz C200.
Mercedes-benz C200 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz C200. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mercedes-benz C200 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mercedes-benz C200 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mercedes-benz C200 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mercedes-benz C200 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mercedes-benz C200 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Mercedes-benz C200 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Mercedes-benz C200 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz C200 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mercedes-benz C200 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mercedes-benz C200 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 101 | 91.1% | 31,059 | 43,266 | 76,661 |
| 2008 | 53 | 79.2% | 41,842 | 101,470 | 135,542 |
| 2003 | 50 | 80.0% | 46,897 | 55,862 | 58,478 |
How Long Does a Mercedes-benz C200 Last?
Based on 106 Mercedes-benz C200 vehicles on UK roads.
Mercedes-benz C200 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz C200 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz C200
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.1% MOT pass rate from 101 tests
79.2% MOT pass rate from 53 tests
The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz C200 is 2015, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.1% across 101 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.2% — 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 C200 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-benz C200 THIS CAR | 83.6% | 684 | 46,938 mi | 23 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 |
| Kawasaki KDX200 | 81.1% | 942 | 3,255 mi | 37 yrs |
Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz C200 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Mercedes-benz C200 has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.6% across 684 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm with 4 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
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 C200 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 C200 owner drives around 5,394 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 C200 models stay on UK roads for around 23 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. 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.