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Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A reliable? We analysed 1,924 real MOT tests across 296 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,924 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
73.9%
Typical Mileage
102,170mi
Annual Mileage
8,666mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
15yrs

The Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A.

Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

73.3%
2011

Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
6,069 mi/yr
Typical
8,666 mi/yr
Average
9,925 mi/yr
Heavy usage
12,185 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2011 60 73.3% 62,317 93,828 126,019

Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
102,170 mi
75th Percentile
129,286 mi
95th Percentile
173,932 mi
Max Recorded
750,487 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A

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

Best year
2011

73.3% MOT pass rate from 60 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 73.3% across 60 tests.

How Does the Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy 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 C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A THIS CAR 73.9% 1,924 102,170 mi 15 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
Land Rover Discovery Luxury Hse SD4 Auto 86.5% 1,798 41,242 mi — yrs

Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A?

The Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A has an overall MOT pass rate of 73.9% across 1,924 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

A typical Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A owner drives around 8,666 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 C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A models stay on UK roads for around 15 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.

Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A reliable?
Based on 1,924 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A has a 73.9% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A does around 8,666 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A last?
Most Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A models stay on UK roads for around 15 years based on our analysis of 296 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy 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 C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz C220 Sport CDI Blueeffi-cy A is 2011 with a 73.3% pass rate across 60 tests.