Mercedes-benz Traveliner Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Mercedes-benz Traveliner reliable? We analysed 3,503 real MOT tests across 239 vehicles to find out.
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The Mercedes-benz Traveliner is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, brake pipe excessively corroded and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mercedes-benz Traveliner.
Mercedes-benz Traveliner Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz Traveliner. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mercedes-benz Traveliner MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mercedes-benz Traveliner to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mercedes-benz Traveliner Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mercedes-benz Traveliner fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mercedes-benz Traveliner Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Mercedes-benz Traveliner models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Mercedes-benz Traveliner Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz Traveliner owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mercedes-benz Traveliner MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mercedes-benz Traveliner year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 129 | 82.2% | 93,109 | 176,709 | 245,714 |
| 2013 | 236 | 84.7% | 83,726 | 155,318 | 285,184 |
| 2012 | 970 | 77.9% | 86,270 | 154,249 | 236,897 |
| 2011 | 615 | 75.1% | 74,071 | 133,536 | 214,472 |
| 2010 | 279 | 77.4% | 59,536 | 146,001 | 267,639 |
| 2009 | 93 | 72.0% | 63,985 | 109,636 | 183,345 |
| 2008 | 131 | 73.3% | 38,950 | 65,449 | 144,176 |
| 2007 | 156 | 75.6% | 51,508 | 90,123 | 132,844 |
| 2006 | 153 | 82.4% | 30,980 | 50,669 | 98,235 |
| 2004 | 133 | 72.9% | 42,996 | 92,615 | 115,498 |
| 2003 | 180 | 77.2% | 41,035 | 72,726 | 135,578 |
| 2002 | 109 | 76.1% | 48,406 | 59,988 | 177,953 |
| 1997 | 50 | 72.0% | 111,390 | 136,414 | 151,500 |
How Long Does a Mercedes-benz Traveliner Last?
Based on 239 Mercedes-benz Traveliner vehicles on UK roads.
Mercedes-benz Traveliner Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz Traveliner 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 Traveliner
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.7% MOT pass rate from 236 tests
72.0% MOT pass rate from 50 tests
The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz Traveliner is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.7% across 236 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 72.0% — 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 Traveliner Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-benz Traveliner THIS CAR | 77.0% | 3,503 | 124,551 mi | 29 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 |
| Kia Mentor Glx | 59% | 1,384 | 77,935 mi | 32 yrs |
Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz Traveliner trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Mercedes-benz Traveliner has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.0% across 3,503 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Mercedes-benz Traveliner are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (50 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (33), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (33). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
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 Traveliner 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 Traveliner owner drives around 13,011 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 Traveliner models stay on UK roads for around 29 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.