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Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto reliable? We analysed 2,686 real MOT tests across 707 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,686 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.1%
Typical Mileage
44,750mi
Annual Mileage
16,535mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D 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 V 220 Sport D Auto.

Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

90.6%
2024
90.9%
2022
86.9%
2021
86.8%
2020
85.7%
2019

Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 16
Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 13

Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
8,178 mi/yr
Typical
16,535 mi/yr
Average
21,852 mi/yr
Heavy usage
32,051 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2024 53 90.6% 9,894 20,621 31,303
2022 220 90.9% 23,564 39,776 73,478
2021 551 86.9% 22,564 37,680 59,816
2020 993 86.8% 25,819 41,132 68,830
2019 735 85.7% 36,640 69,453 123,112

How Long Does a Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto Last?

Based on 707 Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.9 years
Median
4.0 years

Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
44,750 mi
75th Percentile
81,210 mi
95th Percentile
173,274 mi
Max Recorded
314,587 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto

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

Best year
2022

90.9% MOT pass rate from 220 tests

Year to avoid
2019

85.7% MOT pass rate from 735 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.9% across 220 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.7% — 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 V 220 Sport D 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 V 220 Sport D Auto THIS CAR 87.1% 2,686 44,750 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
Seat Ibiza SE Copa 88.5% 2,189 71,666 mi — yrs

Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto?

The Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.1% across 2,686 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 V 220 Sport D 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 V 220 Sport D Auto owner drives around 16,535 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 V 220 Sport D Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto reliable?
Based on 2,686 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto has a 87.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto does around 16,535 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D 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 V 220 Sport D Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz V 220 Sport D Auto is 2022 with a 90.9% pass rate across 220 tests.