Mercedes-benz V 300 Exclusive D Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Mercedes-benz V 300 Exclusive D Auto reliable? We analysed 147 real MOT tests across 106 vehicles to find out.
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The Mercedes-benz V 300 Exclusive 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 Exclusive D Auto.
Mercedes-benz V 300 Exclusive D Auto Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz V 300 Exclusive D Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mercedes-benz V 300 Exclusive D Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mercedes-benz V 300 Exclusive D Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mercedes-benz V 300 Exclusive D Auto Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Mercedes-benz V 300 Exclusive D Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Mercedes-benz V 300 Exclusive 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 Exclusive D Auto year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 99 | 93.9% | 188 | 1,736 | 15,006 |
Mercedes-benz V 300 Exclusive D Auto Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz V 300 Exclusive D Auto 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 V 300 Exclusive D Auto
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.9% MOT pass rate from 99 tests
The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz V 300 Exclusive D Auto is 2025, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.9% across 99 tests.
How Does the Mercedes-benz V 300 Exclusive 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 Exclusive D Auto THIS CAR | 95.2% | 147 | 2,604 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 Alhambra Xcellence TDI | 92.3% | 233 | 60,028 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 300 Exclusive D Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Mercedes-benz V 300 Exclusive D Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 95.2% across 147 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 has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. 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 Exclusive D 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.