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

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Is the Mercedes-benz E 300 AMG Line Edition E Auto reliable? We analysed 554 real MOT tests across 135 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 554 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
93.1%
Typical Mileage
51,262mi
Annual Mileage
20,649mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

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

Mercedes-benz E 300 AMG Line Edition E Auto Number Plates

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

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

91.9%
2022
94%
2021

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

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2
Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2

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

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

Low usage
11,136 mi/yr
Typical
20,649 mi/yr
Average
22,485 mi/yr
Heavy usage
30,353 mi/yr

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

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 149 91.9% 30,266 46,981 71,009
2021 364 94.0% 34,122 50,866 69,596

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

Based on 135 Mercedes-benz E 300 AMG Line Edition E Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.5 years
Median
3.0 years

Mercedes-benz E 300 AMG Line Edition E Auto Mileage Distribution

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

Median
51,262 mi
75th Percentile
71,420 mi
95th Percentile
104,772 mi
Max Recorded
153,109 mi

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

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

Best year
2021

94.0% MOT pass rate from 364 tests

Year to avoid
2022

91.9% MOT pass rate from 149 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz E 300 AMG Line Edition E Auto is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.0% across 364 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.9% — 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 300 AMG Line Edition E 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 300 AMG Line Edition E Auto THIS CAR 93.1% 554 51,262 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
Fiat 500X Cross + 91.1% 316 25,410 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 300 AMG Line Edition E Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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

The Mercedes-benz E 300 AMG Line Edition E Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.1% across 554 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 300 AMG Line Edition E 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 300 AMG Line Edition E Auto owner drives around 20,649 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 300 AMG Line Edition E Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz E 300 AMG Line Edition E Auto reliable?
Based on 554 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz E 300 AMG Line Edition E Auto has a 93.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz E 300 AMG Line Edition E Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz E 300 AMG Line Edition E Auto do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz E 300 AMG Line Edition E Auto does around 20,649 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz E 300 AMG Line Edition E Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz E 300 AMG Line Edition E 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 300 AMG Line Edition E Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz E 300 AMG Line Edition E Auto is 2021 with a 94.0% pass rate across 364 tests.