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Mercedes-benz E220 SE CDI Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz E220 SE CDI Auto reliable? We analysed 1,799 real MOT tests across 357 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,799 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
83.7%
Typical Mileage
82,842mi
Annual Mileage
8,177mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz E220 SE CDI 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 E220 SE CDI Auto.

Mercedes-benz E220 SE CDI Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz E220 SE CDI Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mercedes-benz E220 SE CDI Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mercedes-benz E220 SE CDI Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1

Mercedes-benz E220 SE CDI Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz E220 SE CDI Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,344 mi/yr
Typical
8,177 mi/yr
Average
10,443 mi/yr
Heavy usage
13,075 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz E220 SE CDI Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz E220 SE CDI Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
82,842 mi
75th Percentile
110,492 mi
95th Percentile
170,657 mi
Max Recorded
403,702 mi

How Does the Mercedes-benz E220 SE CDI 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 E220 SE CDI Auto THIS CAR 83.7% 1,799 82,842 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 Corsa Club A/c Cdti 78.6% 1,037 112,834 mi — yrs

Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz E220 SE CDI Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz E220 SE CDI Auto?

The Mercedes-benz E220 SE CDI Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.7% across 1,799 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 E220 SE CDI 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 E220 SE CDI Auto owner drives around 8,177 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 E220 SE CDI Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz E220 SE CDI Auto reliable?
Based on 1,799 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz E220 SE CDI Auto has a 83.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz E220 SE CDI Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz E220 SE CDI Auto do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz E220 SE CDI Auto does around 8,177 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz E220 SE CDI Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz E220 SE CDI 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.