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Mercedes C220 CDI Classic Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes C220 CDI Classic Auto reliable? We analysed 235 real MOT tests across 129 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 235 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
69.4%
Typical Mileage
161,716mi
Annual Mileage
4,585mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes C220 CDI Classic Auto is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mercedes C220 CDI Classic Auto.

Mercedes C220 CDI Classic Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mercedes C220 CDI Classic Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mercedes C220 CDI Classic Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mercedes C220 CDI Classic Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
2,792 mi/yr
Typical
4,585 mi/yr
Average
6,389 mi/yr
Heavy usage
7,123 mi/yr

Mercedes C220 CDI Classic Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes C220 CDI Classic Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
161,716 mi
75th Percentile
199,844 mi
95th Percentile
230,276 mi
Max Recorded
327,877 mi

How Does the Mercedes C220 CDI Classic Auto Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Mercedes C220 CDI Classic Auto THIS CAR 69.4% 235 161,716 mi — yrs
Mercedes Motorhome 76.7% 14,848 66,873 mi 45 yrs
Mercedes Unknown 79.2% 11,881 102,484 mi 39 yrs
Mercedes Camper 74.6% 8,342 82,260 mi 47 yrs
Citroen Berlingo Multispace Forte 70.3% 364 116,116 mi — yrs

Compared to the Mercedes Motorhome (76.7% pass rate) and the Mercedes Unknown (79.2% pass rate), the Mercedes C220 CDI Classic Auto trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes C220 CDI Classic Auto?

The Mercedes C220 CDI Classic Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.4% across 235 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

A typical Mercedes C220 CDI Classic Auto owner drives around 4,585 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 C220 CDI Classic Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes C220 CDI Classic Auto reliable?
Based on 235 MOT tests, the Mercedes C220 CDI Classic Auto has a 69.4% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes C220 CDI Classic Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes C220 CDI Classic Auto do per year?
The typical Mercedes C220 CDI Classic Auto does around 4,585 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes C220 CDI Classic Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes C220 CDI Classic 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.