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Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line D Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line D Auto reliable? We analysed 4,424 real MOT tests across 1,471 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 4,424 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.2%
Typical Mileage
37,550mi
Annual Mileage
13,033mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line 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 300 AMG Line D Auto.

Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line D Auto Number Plates

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

Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line D Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

94%
2024
89.2%
2023
87.1%
2022
84%
2021
86.7%
2020
85.6%
2019

Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line D Auto Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 30
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 26
Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm 14

Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line D Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line 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
6,959 mi/yr
Typical
13,033 mi/yr
Average
18,254 mi/yr
Heavy usage
24,131 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line 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 300 AMG Line D Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2024 285 94.0% 13,625 23,781 39,559
2023 677 89.2% 14,596 27,302 46,309
2022 513 87.1% 19,844 31,857 53,260
2021 468 84.0% 19,024 35,377 55,776
2020 1,381 86.7% 25,980 43,173 64,562
2019 982 85.6% 27,529 46,801 74,817

How Long Does a Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line D Auto Last?

Based on 1,471 Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line D Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.3 years
Median
3.0 years

Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line D Auto Mileage Distribution

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

Median
37,550 mi
75th Percentile
61,813 mi
95th Percentile
117,023 mi
Max Recorded
314,962 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line D Auto

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

Best year
2024

94.0% MOT pass rate from 285 tests

Year to avoid
2021

84.0% MOT pass rate from 468 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line D Auto is 2024, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.0% across 285 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.0% — 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 V 300 AMG Line 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 300 AMG Line D Auto THIS CAR 87.2% 4,424 37,550 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
Honda CB200 86.4% 1,594 18,902 mi 52 yrs

Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line D Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line D Auto?

The Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line D Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.2% across 4,424 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 300 AMG Line 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 300 AMG Line D Auto owner drives around 13,033 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 300 AMG Line D Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line D Auto reliable?
Based on 4,424 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line D Auto has a 87.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line D Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line D Auto do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line D Auto does around 13,033 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line D Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line 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 300 AMG Line D Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line D Auto is 2024 with a 94.0% pass rate across 285 tests.