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Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto reliable? We analysed 314 real MOT tests across 173 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 314 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
94.3%
Typical Mileage
25,759mi
Annual Mileage
7,212mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV 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 E 200 Sport MHEV Auto.

Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

94.3%
2022
94%
2021

Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/55 R17 1
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1

Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,731 mi/yr
Typical
7,212 mi/yr
Average
10,861 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,648 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 211 94.3% 14,163 25,702 35,369
2021 83 94.0% 15,514 27,734 48,158

How Long Does a Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto Last?

Based on 173 Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.9 years
Median
3.0 years

Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
25,759 mi
75th Percentile
37,729 mi
95th Percentile
89,753 mi
Max Recorded
173,190 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto

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

Best year
2022

94.3% MOT pass rate from 211 tests

Year to avoid
2021

94.0% MOT pass rate from 83 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.3% across 211 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 94.0% — 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 E 200 Sport MHEV 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 E 200 Sport MHEV Auto THIS CAR 94.3% 314 25,759 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
Sym Jet 4 50 E4 80.4% 560 8,274 mi — yrs

Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto?

The Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 94.3% across 314 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 E 200 Sport MHEV 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 E 200 Sport MHEV Auto owner drives around 7,212 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 E 200 Sport MHEV Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto reliable?
Based on 314 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto has a 94.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto does around 7,212 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV 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 E 200 Sport MHEV Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz E 200 Sport MHEV Auto is 2022 with a 94.3% pass rate across 211 tests.