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

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Is the Mercedes-benz E 300 Urban Edition E Auto reliable? We analysed 162 real MOT tests across 110 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 162 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
97.5%
Typical Mileage
25,006mi
Annual Mileage
mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz E 300 Urban 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 Urban Edition E Auto.

Mercedes-benz E 300 Urban Edition E Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz E 300 Urban Edition E Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

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

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

97.5%
2025
97.3%
2024

Mercedes-benz E 300 Urban Edition E Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mercedes-benz E 300 Urban 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 2
Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 1

Mercedes-benz E 300 Urban 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 Urban Edition E Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2025 80 97.5% 7,472 24,845 29,903
2024 75 97.3% 20,734 25,678 31,516

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

Based on 110 Mercedes-benz E 300 Urban Edition E Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
0.3 years
Median
0.0 years

Mercedes-benz E 300 Urban Edition E Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz E 300 Urban 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
25,006 mi
75th Percentile
30,622 mi
95th Percentile
40,212 mi
Max Recorded
51,618 mi

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

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

Best year
2025

97.5% MOT pass rate from 80 tests

Year to avoid
2024

97.3% MOT pass rate from 75 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz E 300 Urban Edition E Auto is 2025, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 97.5% across 80 tests. The 2024 model year has the lowest pass rate at 97.3% — 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 Urban 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 Urban Edition E Auto THIS CAR 97.5% 162 25,006 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
Vauxhall Mokka Gs Turbo Auto 92.2% 446 22,139 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 Urban Edition E Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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

The Mercedes-benz E 300 Urban Edition E Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 97.5% across 162 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 Urban 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.

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 Urban Edition E Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz E 300 Urban Edition E Auto reliable?
Based on 162 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz E 300 Urban Edition E Auto has a 97.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz E 300 Urban Edition E Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz E 300 Urban Edition E Auto do per year?
Mileage data is not yet available for this model.
How long does a Mercedes-benz E 300 Urban 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 Urban 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 Urban Edition E Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz E 300 Urban Edition E Auto is 2025 with a 97.5% pass rate across 80 tests.