Mercedes-benz Clc Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Mercedes-benz Clc car check
Is the Mercedes-benz Clc reliable? We analysed 189,282 real MOT tests across 11,249 vehicles to find out.
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The Mercedes-benz Clc is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mercedes-benz Clc.
Mercedes-benz Clc Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz Clc. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mercedes-benz Clc MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mercedes-benz Clc to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mercedes-benz Clc Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mercedes-benz Clc fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mercedes-benz Clc Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Mercedes-benz Clc models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Mercedes-benz Clc Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz Clc owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mercedes-benz Clc MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mercedes-benz Clc year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 9,999 | 76.4% | 36,436 | 56,827 | 81,320 |
| 2010 | 48,712 | 74.2% | 41,422 | 64,382 | 90,961 |
| 2009 | 73,464 | 73.1% | 44,390 | 69,480 | 97,253 |
| 2008 | 55,776 | 72.7% | 46,474 | 72,373 | 100,742 |
| 2007 | 230 | 77.8% | 47,302 | 74,334 | 105,816 |
| 2006 | 68 | 77.9% | 55,026 | 85,182 | 112,122 |
| 2004 | 88 | 77.3% | 31,254 | 62,615 | 83,136 |
| 2002 | 108 | 69.4% | 65,811 | 83,747 | 107,951 |
| 2000 | 54 | 77.8% | 65,119 | 83,871 | 105,221 |
How Long Does a Mercedes-benz Clc Last?
Based on 11,249 Mercedes-benz Clc vehicles on UK roads.
Mercedes-benz Clc Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz Clc 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 Clc
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
77.9% MOT pass rate from 68 tests
69.4% MOT pass rate from 108 tests
The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz Clc is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 77.9% across 68 tests. The 2002 model year has the lowest pass rate at 69.4% — 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 Clc Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-benz Clc THIS CAR | 73.4% | 189,282 | 68,260 mi | 18 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 |
| Suzuki SV650 | 83.5% | 176,678 | 18,344 mi | 27 yrs |
Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz Clc trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Mercedes-benz Clc has an overall MOT pass rate of 73.4% across 189,282 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common failure point is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm with 3,957 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 Clc 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 Clc owner drives around 5,686 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 Clc models stay on UK roads for around 18 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.