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Mercedes-Benz 220 MOT pass rate and common problems

75.6% of Mercedes-Benz 220s passed the 2024 MOT (a rough estimate from 778 first tests): 70.0% at the first attempt and 5.5% after a fix at the test centre (PRS), each rounded separately. About 3 in 10 failed the first attempt. For its age, it fails 11% less often than normal: MOT Risk Index 88.7 (95% CI 79.5–98.5; 100 = normal).

Mercedes-Benz 220 at a glance, 2024 MOT
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
MOT pass rate75.6%incl. 5.5% fixed at the test centre2024778
Passed at the first attempt70.0%all first tests2024778
MOT Risk Index (95% CI 79.5–98.5)88.7index100 = normal for its age · rank 339 of 761 (1 = fails least for its age)2024778
Biggest excess: Tyres11.2per 1008.0 same-age2019–20244581
Dangerous defects13.9per 10011.2 UK, not age-adjusted2019–20244581
Advisory items143.7per 100127.1 UK, not age-adjusted2019–20244581
strip · Mercedes-Benz 220 · MOT Risk Index · 88.7 vs 100 = normal · 2024
MOT Risk Index · Mercedes-Benz 220. 0–240; 100 = normal for its age; median model 92.8 · rank 339 of 761 (1 = fails least for its age). It would rank between 254 and 434 anywhere within its 95% interval, other models held where they are. DVSA, 2024.
Mercedes-Benz 220 index position among 761 models
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Rank339of 761published models, 1 = fails least for its age2024778
Best rank within its 95% interval254rankother models held where they are2024778
Worst rank within its 95% interval434rankother models held where they are2024778

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Data release dvsa-2024-v2 (24 Sep 2026) · full dataset (v5). This model's index changed from 85.5 to 88.7 in the 24 September 2026 release, after duplicate test records were removed.

What actually fails on a Mercedes-Benz 220 MOT, and how often?

Mercedes-Benz 220 MOTs fail most often on suspension: 20.1 per 100 tests, against 17.6 for UK cars of the same age (2019–2024, n = 4,581).

bar · Mercedes-Benz 220 · Suspension · 20.1 vs 17.6 · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mercedes-Benz 220: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Suspension20.1per 10017.62019–2024921
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment16.9per 10022.02019–2024772
Brakes16.2per 10014.52019–2024743
Tyres11.2per 1008.02019–2024512
Visibility7.6per 1008.92019–2024348
Noise, emissions and leaks5per 1005.02019–2024230

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 4,581 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Will my Mercedes-Benz 220's advisory become a fail at the next MOT?

Mercedes-Benz 220 advisories turn into fails more often than on the median model: suspension advisories became a fail at the next MOT 21.4% of the time.

funnel · Mercedes-Benz 220 · Suspension · 21.4 vs median model · 2019–2024
Advisories on suspension: 21.4 of 100 became a fail on the same item at the next MOT. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mercedes-Benz 220: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Suspension21.4% next failmedian model2019–2024523
Brakes14.8% next failmedian model2019–2024792
Tyres11.0% next failmedian model2019–2024712

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

My Mercedes-Benz 220 got an MOT advisory: what gets flagged most?

Mercedes-Benz 220 MOTs flag brakes most: 47 advisories per 100 tests, against 34.7 across UK tests (2019–2024, n = 4,581).

bar · Mercedes-Benz 220 · Brakes · 47 vs 34.7 · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mercedes-Benz 220: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Brakes47per 10034.72019–20242153
Tyres37.2per 10039.72019–20241706
Suspension32.9per 10026.22019–20241508
Non-component advisories6.5per 1007.82019–2024300
Noise, emissions and leaks6.5per 1005.22019–2024299
Body, chassis, structure4.6per 1004.62019–2024212

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 4,581 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

What is likely to fail next on a Mercedes-Benz 220?

For Mercedes-Benz 220s aged 3 to 5 whose last MOT was a pass, the item most likely to fail at the next MOT is tyres: 7.3% failed on it (2019–2024, n = 409).

bar · Mercedes-Benz 220 · Tyres, under 3 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 99 cars) · 5.1 vs baseline · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mercedes-Benz 220: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Tyres, under 3 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 99 cars)5.1% next fail2019–202499
Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 409 cars)7.3% next fail2019–2024409
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 409 cars)2.2% next fail2019–2024409
Suspension, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 409 cars)2.2% next fail2019–2024409
Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 409 cars)2.2% next fail2019–2024409
Noise, emissions and leaks, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 409 cars)2.0% next fail2019–2024409
Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 409 cars)1.2% next fail2019–2024409
Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 150 cars)11.3% next fail2019–2024150
Full table
Further values · 2019–2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 150 cars)3.3% next fail2019–2024150
Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 150 cars)3.3% next fail2019–2024150
Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 90 cars)12.2% next fail2019–202490
Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 248 cars)7.3% next fail2019–2024248
Brakes, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 248 cars)6.5% next fail2019–2024248
Suspension, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 248 cars)4.4% next fail2019–2024248
Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 248 cars)2.8% next fail2019–2024248
Suspension, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 163 cars)11.7% next fail2019–2024163
Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 163 cars)7.4% next fail2019–2024163
Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 163 cars)6.8% next fail2019–2024163
Brakes, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 163 cars)3.7% next fail2019–2024163
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 163 cars)3.7% next fail2019–2024163
Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 125 cars)13.6% next fail2019–2024125
Brakes, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 125 cars)12% next fail2019–2024125
Suspension, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 125 cars)9.6% next fail2019–2024125
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 125 cars)8% next fail2019–2024125
Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 125 cars)8% next fail2019–2024125
Noise, emissions and leaks, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 125 cars)6.4% next fail2019–2024125
Suspension, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 121 cars)11.6% next fail2019–2024121
Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 121 cars)9.1% next fail2019–2024121
Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 121 cars)7.4% next fail2019–2024121
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 121 cars)4.1% next fail2019–2024121
Suspension, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 88 cars)22.7% next fail2019–202488
Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 88 cars)10.2% next fail2019–202488
Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 88 cars)9.1% next fail2019–202488
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 88 cars)8.0% next fail2019–202488
Suspension, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 121 cars)22.3% next fail2019–2024121
Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 121 cars)13.2% next fail2019–2024121
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 121 cars)9.9% next fail2019–2024121
Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 121 cars)9.1% next fail2019–2024121
Visibility, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 121 cars)8.3% next fail2019–2024121
Suspension, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 153 cars)17.0% next fail2019–2024153
Brakes, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 153 cars)11.8% next fail2019–2024153
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 153 cars)10.5% next fail2019–2024153
Visibility, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 153 cars)6.5% next fail2019–2024153
Tyres, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 153 cars)5.9% next fail2019–2024153
Steering, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 153 cars)3.9% next fail2019–2024153
Suspension, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 134 cars)24.6% next fail2019–2024134
Brakes, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 134 cars)14.9% next fail2019–2024134
Visibility, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 134 cars)13.4% next fail2019–2024134
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 134 cars)12.7% next fail2019–2024134
Tyres, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 134 cars)9.0% next fail2019–2024134
Suspension, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 179 cars)34.1% next fail2019–2024179
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 179 cars)21.2% next fail2019–2024179
Brakes, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 179 cars)17.9% next fail2019–2024179
Tyres, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 179 cars)13.4% next fail2019–2024179
Visibility, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 179 cars)10.6% next fail2019–2024179
Noise, emissions and leaks, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 179 cars)5.6% next fail2019–2024179
Road wheels, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 179 cars)3.4% next fail2019–2024179
Steering, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 179 cars)3.4% next fail2019–2024179
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 75 cars)13.3% next fail2019–202475
Suspension, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 75 cars)12% next fail2019–202475
Brakes, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 75 cars)10.7% next fail2019–202475
Visibility, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 75 cars)10.7% next fail2019–202475
Noise, emissions and leaks, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 75 cars)6.7% next fail2019–202475
Suspension, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 153 cars)26.8% next fail2019–2024153
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 153 cars)17.6% next fail2019–2024153
Brakes, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 153 cars)13.1% next fail2019–2024153
Tyres, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 153 cars)10.5% next fail2019–2024153
Visibility, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 153 cars)8.5% next fail2019–2024153
Noise, emissions and leaks, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 153 cars)5.9% next fail2019–2024153
Steering, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 153 cars)5.9% next fail2019–2024153
Suspension, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 205 cars)29.3% next fail2019–2024205
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 205 cars)22.4% next fail2019–2024205
Brakes, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 205 cars)19.0% next fail2019–2024205
Visibility, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 205 cars)13.2% next fail2019–2024205
Tyres, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 205 cars)8.8% next fail2019–2024205
Body, chassis, structure, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 205 cars)7.8% next fail2019–2024205
Noise, emissions and leaks, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 205 cars)6.3% next fail2019–2024205
Steering, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 205 cars)5.9% next fail2019–2024205
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 20 years or older, after a pass (rough estimate: 267 cars)8.6% next fail2019–2024267
Suspension, 20 years or older, after a pass (rough estimate: 267 cars)6.0% next fail2019–2024267
Body, chassis, structure, 20 years or older, after a pass (rough estimate: 267 cars)4.5% next fail2019–2024267
Noise, emissions and leaks, 20 years or older, after a pass (rough estimate: 267 cars)4.5% next fail2019–2024267
Visibility, 20 years or older, after a pass (rough estimate: 267 cars)4.1% next fail2019–2024267
Brakes, 20 years or older, after a pass (rough estimate: 267 cars)3.8% next fail2019–2024267
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 20 years or older, after a pass (rough estimate: 267 cars)1.9% next fail2019–2024267
Tyres, 20 years or older, after a pass (rough estimate: 267 cars)1.9% next fail2019–2024267
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 20 years or older, after an advisory (rough estimate: 207 cars)13.0% next fail2019–2024207
Brakes, 20 years or older, after an advisory (rough estimate: 207 cars)11.1% next fail2019–2024207
Suspension, 20 years or older, after an advisory (rough estimate: 207 cars)10.6% next fail2019–2024207
Noise, emissions and leaks, 20 years or older, after an advisory (rough estimate: 207 cars)10.1% next fail2019–2024207
Body, chassis, structure, 20 years or older, after an advisory (rough estimate: 207 cars)7.7% next fail2019–2024207
Visibility, 20 years or older, after an advisory (rough estimate: 207 cars)7.2% next fail2019–2024207
Steering, 20 years or older, after an advisory (rough estimate: 207 cars)5.8% next fail2019–2024207
Tyres, 20 years or older, after an advisory (rough estimate: 207 cars)3.4% next fail2019–2024207
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 20 years or older, after a fail (rough estimate: 240 cars)15% next fail2019–2024240
Noise, emissions and leaks, 20 years or older, after a fail (rough estimate: 240 cars)10% next fail2019–2024240
Visibility, 20 years or older, after a fail (rough estimate: 240 cars)8.8% next fail2019–2024240
Body, chassis, structure, 20 years or older, after a fail (rough estimate: 240 cars)8.3% next fail2019–2024240
Brakes, 20 years or older, after a fail (rough estimate: 240 cars)8.3% next fail2019–2024240
Suspension, 20 years or older, after a fail (rough estimate: 240 cars)7.9% next fail2019–2024240
Steering, 20 years or older, after a fail (rough estimate: 240 cars)7.1% next fail2019–2024240
Tyres, 20 years or older, after a fail (rough estimate: 240 cars)4.2% next fail2019–2024240

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How often does a Mercedes-Benz 220 get a dangerous MOT defect?

The Mercedes-Benz 220 gets a dangerous defect more often than the UK average: 13.9 per 100 first tests against 11.2 across the UK. A dangerous defect means the vehicle should not be driven away until it is fixed. In the same tests, 60.3 major and 13.3 minor defects were recorded per 100 tests (one test can record several).

bullet · Mercedes-Benz 220 · Dangerous defects · 13.9 vs 11.2 · 2019–2024
Dangerous defects: 13.9 vs 11.2. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mercedes-Benz 220: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Dangerous defects13.9per 10011.22019–20244581

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 4,581 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id; severity not recorded for some 2018–2021 tests · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Will my Mercedes-Benz 220 still pass its MOT in a few years?

First-time MOT failures for the Mercedes-Benz 220 go from 15.9% at age 7 (rough estimate: 44 tests, 95% interval 7.9–29.4%) to 37.5% at age 19 (rough estimate: 40 tests, 95% interval 24.2–53.0%), against 43.5% for all cars aged 19 (rough estimate: 40 tests, 95% interval 24.2–53.0%) (2024, n = 778).

line · Mercedes-Benz 220 · Age 7 (rough estimate: 44 tests, 95% interval 7.9–29.4%) · 15.9 vs 20.2 · 2024
Age 7 (rough estim: 15.9. Age 19 (rough esti: 37.5. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mercedes-Benz 220: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 7 (rough estimate: 44 tests, 95% interval 7.9–29.4%)15.9% failed first time20.2202444
Age 8 (rough estimate: 69 tests, 95% interval 9.1–26.3%)15.9% failed first time23.3202469
Age 9 (rough estimate: 59 tests, 95% interval 16.1–37.8%)25.4% failed first time26.5202459
Age 10 (rough estimate: 55 tests, 95% interval 18.8–42.1%)29.1% failed first time30.1202455
Age 12 (rough estimate: 40 tests, 95% interval 14.2–40.2%)25% failed first time35.7202440
Age 15 (rough estimate: 50 tests, 95% interval 20.8–45.8%)32% failed first time41.6202450
Age 16 (rough estimate: 54 tests, 95% interval 23.8–48.5%)35.2% failed first time43.1202454
Age 17 (rough estimate: 43 tests, 95% interval 34.6–63.2%)48.8% failed first time43.1202443
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 18 (rough estimate: 35 tests, 95% interval 33.0–64.4%)48.6% failed first time43.9202435
Age 19 (rough estimate: 40 tests, 95% interval 24.2–53.0%)37.5% failed first time43.5202440

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How does the Mercedes-Benz 220 compare with cars of its own age and size?

At 13 of 14 ages shown, Mercedes-Benz 220s fail first time more often than comparable models of the same size class; the biggest difference is at age 17, where they fail more often: 47.2% against 37.5% (2024, n = 176).

line · Mercedes-Benz 220 · Age 3 · 14.0 vs 10.8 · 2024
Age 3: 14.0. Age 17: 47.2. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mercedes-Benz 220: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 314.0% fail10.82024179
Age 410.3% fail12.32024232
Age 515.0% fail14.22024274
Age 618.2% fail16.12024280
Age 720.1% fail18.22024273
Age 826.4% fail20.52024242
Age 924.4% fail23.12024201
Age 1033.8% fail25.62024157
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 1234.5% fail30.62024174
Age 1335.4% fail32.62024181
Age 1443.3% fail34.62024224
Age 1541.1% fail36.02024231
Age 1641.1% fail37.12024236
Age 1747.2% fail37.52024176

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How much does it cost to fix a Mercedes-Benz 220 MOT fail?

Expected repair cost per Mercedes-Benz 220 MOT: about £104 (up to about £198 if more expensive parts are needed), from the chance of failing each item and its most common UK repair price (catalogue estimate, n = 778).

Computed, not measured.

bar · Mercedes-Benz 220 · Expected repair bill · 104.2 vs modal price catalogue · price catalogue
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mercedes-Benz 220: the numbers behind this answer (price catalogue)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Expected repair bill104.2GBP estimatemodal price catalogueprice catalogue778
Estimated range lower104.2GBP estimatemodal price catalogueprice catalogue778
Estimated range upper198.0GBP estimatemodal price catalogueprice catalogue778
Suspension: Suspension coil spring (single corner)36.2GBP expected contribution180price catalogue778
Brakes: Front brake pads (parts + labour, typical hatchback)24.3GBP expected contribution150price catalogue778
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Battery replacement (standard 12V lead-acid)23.7GBP expected contribution140price catalogue778
Tyres: Tyre (single mid-range 16" fitted)10.1GBP expected contribution90price catalogue778
Noise, emissions and leaks: Exhaust rear silencer10GBP expected contribution200price catalogue778

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: price catalogue · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is the Mercedes-Benz 220 more reliable than similar cars?

Of 8 similar models, 5 fail less often for their age than the Mercedes-Benz 220 and 3 as often or more. The Mercedes-Benz 220 has an MOT Risk Index of 88.7, where 100 = normal for its age (2024, n = 778).

bar · Mercedes-Benz 220 · Mercedes-Benz 220 (this model) · 88.7 vs 100 = normal · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mercedes-Benz 220: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Mercedes-Benz 220 (this model)88.7index100 = normal2024778
Honda Elysion88.2index88.72024724
Nissan Murano90.1index88.72024897
Audi SQ786.7index88.720241096
Audi Cabriolet92.2index88.72024992
Vauxhall Omega86index88.720241080
Honda Prelude92.3index88.720241030
Toyota Highlander80.7index88.72024745
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Mercedes-Benz R-Class78.7index88.720242065

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How many miles does a Mercedes-Benz 220 normally do?

Mercedes-Benz 220: Age 7 median (rough estimate) is 68238 miles (2024).

line · Mercedes-Benz 220 · Age 7 median (rough estimate) · 68238 vs baseline · 2024
Age 7 median (roug: 68238. Age 19 median (rou: 140514. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mercedes-Benz 220: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 7 median (rough estimate)68238miles202444
Age 8 median (rough estimate)81900miles202469
Age 9 median (rough estimate)87014miles202459
Age 10 median (rough estimate)87609miles202455
Age 12 median (rough estimate)96100miles202440
Age 15 median (rough estimate)111516miles202450
Age 16 median (rough estimate)123403miles202454
Age 17 median (rough estimate)125311miles202443
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 19 median (rough estimate)140514miles202440

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Does high mileage mean more Mercedes-Benz 220 MOT failures at the same age?

At ages 15+, 35.6% of Mercedes-Benz 220s with 70,000 to 100,000 miles failed first time, against 50.0% of those with over 140,000 miles (2024, n = 155). No clear mileage gap inside this age group, among cars still being tested.

bar · Mercedes-Benz 220 · Age 6–9, 40-70k miles (rough estimate: 66 tests, 95% interval 15.5–35.8%) · 24.2 vs baseline · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mercedes-Benz 220: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 6–9, 40-70k miles (rough estimate: 66 tests, 95% interval 15.5–35.8%)24.2% failed first time202466
Age 6–9, 70-100k miles (rough estimate: 56 tests, 95% interval 12.7–33.8%)21.4% failed first time202456
Age 15+, 70-100k miles (rough estimate: 59 tests, 95% interval 24.6–48.3%)35.6% failed first time202459
Age 15+, 100-140k miles (rough estimate: 99 tests, 95% interval 24.8–43.1%)33.3% failed first time202499
Age 15+, 140k+ miles (rough estimate: 96 tests, 95% interval 40.2–59.8%)50% failed first time202496

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How many miles does a Mercedes-Benz 220 last?

45.4% of Mercedes-Benz 220s tested had reached 100,000 miles, and 18.1% had reached 150,000 (2024, n = 2,074).

line · Mercedes-Benz 220 · 100,000 miles · 45.4 vs baseline · 2024
100,000 miles: 45.4. 200,000 miles (rou: 5.2. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mercedes-Benz 220: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
100,000 miles45.4% of tested cars20242074
150,000 miles18.1% of tested cars2024825
200,000 miles (rough estimate: 235 tests, 95% interval 4.5–5.8%)5.2% of tested cars2024235

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is the Mercedes-Benz 220 driven more or less than average, and does that change the picture?

Matched on annual mileage as well as age, the Mercedes-Benz 220 index is 89.5, against 96.2 on age alone (2019–2024, n = 778).

slope · Mercedes-Benz 220 · Age and mileage adjusted index · 89.5 vs 96.2 · 2019–2024
Age and mileage adjusted index: 96.2 vs 89.5. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mercedes-Benz 220: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age and mileage adjusted index89.5index96.22019–2024778

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Mercedes-Benz 220 engine is best?

No Mercedes-Benz 220 engine band clearly fails less or more for its age: the capacity bands are within 5 index points of each other or their 95% intervals overlap (2024, n = 778).

bar · Mercedes-Benz 220 · Diesel 1.8–2.0 litre (rough estimate: 431 tests, 95% interval 69.3–109.6) · 87.5 vs 100 = model average · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mercedes-Benz 220: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Diesel 1.8–2.0 litre (rough estimate: 431 tests, 95% interval 69.3–109.6)87.5index vs model norm100 = model average2024431
Petrol over 2.0 litre (rough estimate: 959 tests, 95% interval 90.5–108.6)99.4index vs model norm100 = model average2024959
Diesel over 2.0 litre (rough estimate: 3,025 tests, 95% interval 96.2–106.8)101.4index vs model norm100 = model average20243025

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Where in Britain does the Mercedes-Benz 220 fail its MOT most?

No postcode area stands out for the Mercedes-Benz 220: every area is within 3 points of its 30.1% first-time failure rate across Britain in 2019–2024, or within the margin of error (2024).

bar · Mercedes-Benz 220 · Manchester (M) (rough estimate: 108 tests, 95% interval 22.7–39.8%) · 30.6 vs 29.9 · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mercedes-Benz 220: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Manchester (M) (rough estimate: 108 tests, 95% interval 22.7–39.8%)30.6% fail first time29.92024108
Leicester (LE) (rough estimate: 103 tests, 95% interval 20.4–37.5%)28.2% fail first time29.92024103
Sheffield (S) (rough estimate: 100 tests, 95% interval 16.7–33.2%)24% fail first time29.92024100
Birmingham (B) (rough estimate: 198 tests, 95% interval 12.6–23.0%)17.2% fail first time29.92024198

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Does a Mercedes-Benz 220 rust more than average?

Allowing for age, Mercedes-Benz 220 MOTs record corrosion failures at 2.6 times the national rate: 2% of tests against 0.77% (2024 + geographic layers, n = 677).

Computed, not measured.

slope · Mercedes-Benz 220 · Salt belt susceptibility · 2.6 vs 1 · 2024 + geographic layers
Salt belt susceptibility: 1 vs 2.6. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mercedes-Benz 220: the numbers behind this answer (2024 + geographic layers)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Salt belt susceptibility2.6ratio estimate12024 + geographic layers677

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 + geographic layers · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is a Mercedes-Benz 220 ULEZ compliant?

An estimated 29.1% of Mercedes-Benz 220s tested are likely ULEZ-compliant, judged from fuel type and first-use date; check a specific car with TfL's vehicle checker (2024).

Computed, not measured.

stacked · Mercedes-Benz 220 · Likely compliant · 29.1 vs baseline · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mercedes-Benz 220: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Likely compliant29.1% estimate2024778

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

What do six years of MOTs show about owning a Mercedes-Benz 220?

Of failed Mercedes-Benz 220 MOTs, 29.9% were retested the same day and a further 64.6% within 10 days; the median failed car passed its retest after 1 day (2019–2024, n = 926).

bar · Mercedes-Benz 220 · Same-day retest · 29.9 vs failed initial tests · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mercedes-Benz 220: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Same-day retest29.9%failed initial tests2019–2024926
Retest within 10 days64.6%failed initial tests2019–2024926
Clean MOT streak31.0%observed chains2019–2024857
Repeat advisory27.2%observed chains2019–2024857
Decreasing odometer2.6% mileage anomalyobserved chains2019–20241040

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How many years is a Mercedes-Benz 220 likely to last?

Mercedes-Benz 220s tend to last: at ten years old the typical one has about 10.5 more years of MOTs ahead, more than the median model. This is a forecast from the survival curve and may not come true.

Computed, not measured.

Forecast, not a prediction for a particular car.

bar · Mercedes-Benz 220 · Age 5 · 10.8 vs baseline · survival forecast
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mercedes-Benz 220: the numbers behind this answer (survival forecast)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 510.8years forecastsurvival forecast0
Age 88.5years forecastsurvival forecast0
Age 1010.5years forecastsurvival forecast0
Age 127.7years forecastsurvival forecast0
Age 15 (at least; observed only until age 19)3.2years forecastsurvival forecast0

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: survival forecast · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Mercedes-Benz 220s are still on the road?

Mercedes-Benz 220: Age 3 (rough estimate: 179 tests, 95% interval 9.6–19.8%) is 68.3 % of age 4–6 baseline, against the relevant comparison (2024, n = 778).

line · Mercedes-Benz 220 · Age 3 (rough estimate: 179 tests, 95% interval 9.6–19.8%) · 68.3 vs baseline · 2024
Age 3 (rough estim: 68.3. Age 19 (rough esti: 32.8. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mercedes-Benz 220: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 3 (rough estimate: 179 tests, 95% interval 9.6–19.8%)68.3% of age 4–6 baseline2024179
Age 488.5% of age 4–6 baseline2024232
Age 5 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline2024274
Age 6 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline2024280
Age 7 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline2024273
Age 892.4% of age 4–6 baseline2024242
Age 976.7% of age 4–6 baseline2024201
Age 10 (rough estimate: 157 tests, 95% interval 26.8–41.5%)59.9% of age 4–6 baseline2024157
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 11 (rough estimate: 138 tests, 95% interval 31.4–47.5%)52.7% of age 4–6 baseline2024138
Age 12 (rough estimate: 174 tests, 95% interval 27.8–41.8%)66.4% of age 4–6 baseline2024174
Age 13 (rough estimate: 181 tests, 95% interval 28.8–42.6%)69.1% of age 4–6 baseline2024181
Age 1485.5% of age 4–6 baseline2024224
Age 1588.2% of age 4–6 baseline2024231
Age 1690.1% of age 4–6 baseline2024236
Age 17 (rough estimate: 176 tests, 95% interval 39.9–54.5%)67.2% of age 4–6 baseline2024176
Age 18 (rough estimate: 123 tests, 95% interval 40.1–57.5%)46.9% of age 4–6 baseline2024123
Age 19 (rough estimate: 86 tests, 95% interval 32.0–52.4%)32.8% of age 4–6 baseline202486

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

If a Mercedes-Benz 220 fails, does it fail again?

32.2% of Mercedes-Benz 220s that failed an MOT failed the next one too, against 24.7% after a pass (2019–2024, n = 289). The failure most likely to come back is ‘lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment’: 32.9% of those fails recurred at the next MOT.

bullet · Mercedes-Benz 220 · Repeat after fail · 32.2 vs 24.7 · 2019–2024
Repeat after fail: 32.2 vs 24.7. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mercedes-Benz 220: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Repeat after fail32.2%24.72019–2024289

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Mercedes-Benz 220 faults come together?

On Mercedes-Benz 220s, ‘body, chassis, structure’ and ‘noise, emissions and leaks’ failures turn up together 6.5 times as often as chance would predict (2024, n = 35).

Mercedes-Benz 220: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Body, chassis, structure + Noise, emissions and leaks (rough estimate: 35 tests, 95% interval 4.6–9.1)6.5liftexpected joint rate202435
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Steering (rough estimate: 58 tests, 95% interval 3.9–6.6)5.1liftexpected joint rate202458
Noise, emissions and leaks + Steering (rough estimate: 22 tests, 95% interval 3.0–7.3)4.8liftexpected joint rate202422
Brakes + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (rough estimate: 20 tests, 95% interval 2.8–7.0)4.5liftexpected joint rate202420
Body, chassis, structure + Brakes (rough estimate: 52 tests, 95% interval 3.2–5.7)4.3liftexpected joint rate202452
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Suspension (rough estimate: 26 tests, 95% interval 2.8–6.2)4.2liftexpected joint rate202426
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (rough estimate: 20 tests, 95% interval 2.5–6.4)4.2liftexpected joint rate202420
Body, chassis, structure + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (rough estimate: 54 tests, 95% interval 3.1–5.3)4.1liftexpected joint rate202454
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Brakes + Steering (rough estimate: 41 tests, 95% interval 2.9–5.4)4.0liftexpected joint rate202441
Brakes + Noise, emissions and leaks (rough estimate: 65 tests, 95% interval 3.1–5.0)4.0liftexpected joint rate202465
Body, chassis, structure + Visibility (rough estimate: 35 tests, 95% interval 2.7–5.4)3.9liftexpected joint rate202435
Steering + Suspension (rough estimate: 56 tests, 95% interval 2.9–5.0)3.9liftexpected joint rate202456
Brakes + Suspension (rough estimate: 180 tests, 95% interval 3.0–4.0)3.5liftexpected joint rate2024180
Brakes + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (rough estimate: 138 tests, 95% interval 2.9–4.0)3.4liftexpected joint rate2024138
Steering + Visibility (rough estimate: 26 tests, 95% interval 2.2–5.0)3.4liftexpected joint rate202426
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Visibility (rough estimate: 96 tests, 95% interval 2.6–3.9)3.2liftexpected joint rate202496
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Noise, emissions and leaks (rough estimate: 56 tests, 95% interval 2.4–4.0)3.1liftexpected joint rate202456
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Suspension (rough estimate: 173 tests, 95% interval 2.6–3.5)3.1liftexpected joint rate2024173
Body, chassis, structure + Suspension (rough estimate: 51 tests, 95% interval 2.3–4.0)3.0liftexpected joint rate202451
Noise, emissions and leaks + Suspension (rough estimate: 67 tests, 95% interval 2.3–3.7)2.9liftexpected joint rate202467
Brakes + Visibility (rough estimate: 79 tests, 95% interval 2.3–3.6)2.9liftexpected joint rate202479
Brakes + Tyres (rough estimate: 88 tests, 95% interval 2.3–3.5)2.9liftexpected joint rate202488
Noise, emissions and leaks + Visibility (rough estimate: 34 tests, 95% interval 1.9–3.9)2.8liftexpected joint rate202434
Suspension + Visibility (rough estimate: 99 tests, 95% interval 2.1–3.1)2.6liftexpected joint rate202499
Suspension + Tyres (rough estimate: 106 tests, 95% interval 2.0–3.0)2.5liftexpected joint rate2024106
Steering + Tyres (rough estimate: 21 tests, 95% interval 1.5–3.8)2.5liftexpected joint rate202421
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Tyres (rough estimate: 82 tests, 95% interval 1.9–3.0)2.4liftexpected joint rate202482
Tyres + Visibility (rough estimate: 54 tests, 95% interval 1.8–3.1)2.4liftexpected joint rate202454
Noise, emissions and leaks + Tyres (rough estimate: 31 tests, 95% interval 1.5–3.2)2.3liftexpected joint rate202431
Body, chassis, structure + Tyres (rough estimate: 22 tests, 95% interval 1.4–3.3)2.2liftexpected joint rate202422
Body, chassis, structure + Steering (seen together; too few for a multiplier)19tests with both202419
Road Wheels + Suspension (seen together; too few for a multiplier)12tests with both202412
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier)12tests with both202412
Brakes + Identification of the vehicle (seen together; too few for a multiplier)11tests with both202411
Brakes + Road Wheels (seen together; too few for a multiplier)11tests with both202411
Identification of the vehicle + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (seen together; too few for a multiplier)11tests with both202411
Body, chassis, structure + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (seen together; too few for a multiplier)10tests with both202410
Identification of the vehicle + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier)10tests with both202410
Identification of the vehicle + Suspension (seen together; too few for a multiplier)10tests with both202410
Noise, emissions and leaks + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (seen together; too few for a multiplier)9tests with both20249
Road Wheels + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier)7tests with both20247
Road Wheels + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier)7tests with both20247
Identification of the vehicle + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier)7tests with both20247
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Road Wheels (seen together; too few for a multiplier)7tests with both20247
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier)7tests with both20247
Body, chassis, structure + Identification of the vehicle (seen together; too few for a multiplier)6tests with both20246
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Steering (seen together; too few for a multiplier)5tests with both20245

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Has the Mercedes-Benz 220 had safety recalls?

DVSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns matched to the Mercedes-Benz 220; check whether yours has been fixed, using its registration number.

Mercedes-Benz 220: the numbers behind this answer (DVSA register)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
DVSA recall campaigns matched2campaignsDVSA registerDVSA register778

Source: DVSA register; recall effect covers 11 of 761 models · Window: DVSA register · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Does the month of a Mercedes-Benz 220 MOT matter?

Mercedes-Benz 220s fail first time most in April (33.2%, against 29.8% for all cars that month) and least in December (26.9%) (2024, n = 778).

line · Mercedes-Benz 220 · January · 30.8 vs 31.1 · 2024
January: 30.8. December: 26.9. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mercedes-Benz 220: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
January30.8% fail first time31.12024386
February27.8% fail first time30.02024414
March32.3% fail first time28.32024474
April33.2% fail first time29.82024277
May28.9% fail first time28.82024308
June29.7% fail first time28.12024330
July31.4% fail first time29.32024319
August30.1% fail first time29.22024382
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
September31.7% fail first time28.22024445
October30.2% fail first time30.32024497
November28.2% fail first time30.62024433
December26.9% fail first time29.32024316

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Not enough tests for… (and why)

Tyres, brakes and suspension: how does the Mercedes-Benz 220 compare with cars of the same age?

not computed for this model: no qualifying records. 778 initial Mercedes-Benz 220 tests are in the published model cohort.

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

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What have dealers been told about the Mercedes-Benz 220? (US market)

layer not yet computed for this model (covers 211 of 761 models). 778 initial Mercedes-Benz 220 tests are in the published model cohort.

Source: NHTSA, US market; covers 211 of 761 models · Window: NHTSA · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

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Does the Mercedes-Benz 220 fail inspections in other countries too?

no match in the other-country inspection register. 778 initial Mercedes-Benz 220 tests are in the published model cohort.

Source: Statens vegvesen PKK (CC BY 4.0), Traficom Katsastus (CC BY 4.0), RDW APK (CC0), adapted; covers 430 of 761 models · Window: 2024 by country · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

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Real-world MPG against the official figure (manufacturer level)

layer not yet computed for this model (covers 19 of 761 models). 778 initial Mercedes-Benz 220 tests are in the published model cohort.

Source: European Commission OBFCM; covers 19 of 761 models · Window: 2021+ cohorts · n = 778 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

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How to cite this page

MOT Risk Index (2026). Mercedes-Benz 220 MOT statistics 2024 (data release dvsa-2024-v2; full dataset motriskindex-families-2024-v5, DOI 10.5281/zenodo.22975051), updated 24 September 2026. motriskindex.co.uk/cars/mercedes-220/

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Mercedes-Benz 220 MOT: quick answers

What is the Mercedes-Benz 220 first-time MOT pass rate?

70.0% of first attempts passed in 2024 (778 tests). Retests after repair are excluded; cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) are shown separately.

Why does this number differ from other sites?

Other sites may count retests or all attempts. This page uses 778 primary tests: 29.95% failed first time and 75.6% passed when cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) count as passes. The age-adjusted MOT Risk Index 88.7 is shown separately.