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

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Is the Mercedes-benz V 300 Sport D Auto reliable? We analysed 757 real MOT tests across 181 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 757 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
86.0%
Typical Mileage
52,303mi
Annual Mileage
15,019mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz V 300 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 300 Sport D Auto.

Mercedes-benz V 300 Sport D Auto Number Plates

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

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

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

90.1%
2021
85%
2020
84.8%
2019

Mercedes-benz V 300 Sport D Auto Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4
Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 3

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

How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz V 300 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
8,895 mi/yr
Typical
15,019 mi/yr
Average
20,209 mi/yr
Heavy usage
23,893 mi/yr

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 181 90.1% 28,482 46,962 68,844
2020 213 85.0% 37,294 58,514 84,103
2019 302 84.8% 34,514 56,962 81,640

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

Based on 181 Mercedes-benz V 300 Sport D Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.2 years
Median
4.5 years

Mercedes-benz V 300 Sport D Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz V 300 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
52,303 mi
75th Percentile
79,667 mi
95th Percentile
154,047 mi
Max Recorded
326,208 mi

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

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

Best year
2021

90.1% MOT pass rate from 181 tests

Year to avoid
2019

84.8% MOT pass rate from 302 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz V 300 Sport D Auto is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.1% across 181 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.8% — 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 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 300 Sport D Auto THIS CAR 86.0% 757 52,303 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
Rolls Royce 20HP 96.5% 598 15,104 mi 102 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 Sport D Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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

The Mercedes-benz V 300 Sport D Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.0% across 757 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 ply or cords exposed. 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 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 300 Sport D Auto owner drives around 15,019 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 Sport D Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz V 300 Sport D Auto reliable?
Based on 757 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz V 300 Sport D Auto has a 86.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz V 300 Sport D Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz V 300 Sport D Auto do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz V 300 Sport D Auto does around 15,019 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz V 300 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 300 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 300 Sport D Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz V 300 Sport D Auto is 2021 with a 90.1% pass rate across 181 tests.