82.9% of Mercedes-Benz X-Class models passed the 2024 MOT (based on 3,594 first tests): 79.4% at the first attempt and 3.5% after a fix at the test centre (PRS). About 1 in 5 failed the first attempt. For its age, it fails 30% more often than normal: MOT Risk Index 130.3 (95% CI 122.1–138.8; 100 = normal).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 82.9 | % | incl. 3.5% fixed at the test centre | 2024 | 3594 |
| Passed at the first attempt | 79.4 | % | all first tests | 2024 | 3594 |
| MOT Risk Index (95% CI 122.1–138.8) | 130.3 | index | 100 = normal for its age · rank 698 of 761 (1 = fails least for its age) | 2024 | 3594 |
| Biggest excess: Brakes | 10.5 | per 100 | 7.5 same-age | 2019–2024 | 11953 |
| Dangerous defects | 7.6 | per 100 | 11.2 UK, not age-adjusted | 2019–2024 | 11953 |
| Advisory items | 66.3 | per 100 | 127.1 UK, not age-adjusted | 2019–2024 | 11953 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | 698 | of 761 | published models, 1 = fails least for its age | 2024 | 3594 |
| Best rank within its 95% interval | 665 | rank | other models held where they are | 2024 | 3594 |
| Worst rank within its 95% interval | 724 | rank | other models held where they are | 2024 | 3594 |
Data release dvsa-2024-v2 (24 Sep 2026) · full dataset (v5). This model's index changed from 108.1 to 130.3 in the 24 September 2026 release, after duplicate test records were removed.
Mercedes-Benz X-Class MOTs fail most often on brakes: 10.5 per 100 tests, against 7.5 for UK vehicles of the same age (2019–2024, n = 11,953).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 10.5 | per 100 | 7.5 | 2019–2024 | 1250 |
| Visibility | 8.3 | per 100 | 10.6 | 2019–2024 | 997 |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 7.6 | per 100 | 12.3 | 2019–2024 | 909 |
| Tyres | 6 | per 100 | 6.5 | 2019–2024 | 716 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 3.2 | per 100 | 1.8 | 2019–2024 | 378 |
| Body, chassis, structure | 2.2 | per 100 | 2.6 | 2019–2024 | 260 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 11,953 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
The biggest excess for the Mercedes-Benz X-Class is brakes at age 3: 7.5 failures per 100 tests, against 1.8 for same-age vehicles of comparable models (2019–2024, n = 3,664).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres, age 3 | 4.3 | per 100 | 4.2 | 2019–2024 | 3664 |
| Brakes, age 3 | 7.5 | per 100 | 1.8 | 2019–2024 | 3664 |
| Suspension, age 3 | 0.3 | per 100 | 0.6 | 2019–2024 | 3664 |
| Tyres, age 4 | 4.2 | per 100 | 4.5 | 2019–2024 | 3642 |
| Brakes, age 4 | 7.0 | per 100 | 2.4 | 2019–2024 | 3642 |
| Suspension, age 4 | 0.6 | per 100 | 1.2 | 2019–2024 | 3642 |
| Tyres, age 5 | 4.2 | per 100 | 5.1 | 2019–2024 | 3033 |
| Brakes, age 5 | 6.9 | per 100 | 3.1 | 2019–2024 | 3033 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension, age 5 | 1.6 | per 100 | 2.2 | 2019–2024 | 3033 |
| Tyres, age 6 | 4.3 | per 100 | 5.5 | 2019–2024 | 1400 |
| Brakes, age 6 | 5.9 | per 100 | 3.8 | 2019–2024 | 1400 |
| Suspension, age 6 | 2.6 | per 100 | 3.7 | 2019–2024 | 1400 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Mercedes-Benz X-Class advisories turn into fails less often than on the median model; the one to watch is brakes: advisories on it became a fail at the next MOT 10.4% of the time.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 10.4 | % next fail | median model | 2019–2024 | 1286 |
| Tyres | 6.0 | % next fail | median model | 2019–2024 | 1264 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Mercedes-Benz X-Class MOTs flag tyres most: 28 advisories per 100 tests, against 39.7 across UK tests (2019–2024, n = 11,953).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 28 | per 100 | 39.7 | 2019–2024 | 3348 |
| Brakes | 26.2 | per 100 | 34.7 | 2019–2024 | 3127 |
| Non-component advisories | 4 | per 100 | 7.8 | 2019–2024 | 484 |
| Suspension | 3.3 | per 100 | 26.2 | 2019–2024 | 394 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 3.1 | per 100 | 5.2 | 2019–2024 | 373 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 11,953 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
For Mercedes-Benz X-Class models aged 3 to 5 whose last MOT was a pass, the item most likely to fail at the next MOT is visibility: 6.2% failed on it (2019–2024, n = 3,348).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes, under 3 years old, after a pass | 5.6 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1303 | |
| Visibility, under 3 years old, after a pass | 5.2 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1303 | |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, under 3 years old, after a pass | 4.4 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1303 | |
| Tyres, under 3 years old, after a pass | 4.0 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1303 | |
| Noise, emissions and leaks, under 3 years old, after a pass | 2.7 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1303 | |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, under 3 years old, after a pass | 1.5 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1303 | |
| Body, chassis, structure, under 3 years old, after a pass | 1.2 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1303 | |
| Suspension, under 3 years old, after a pass | 0.5 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1303 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Identification of the vehicle, under 3 years old, after a pass | 0.5 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1303 | |
| Visibility, under 3 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 473 cars) | 9.3 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 473 | |
| Brakes, under 3 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 473 cars) | 7.0 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 473 | |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, under 3 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 473 cars) | 6.8 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 473 | |
| Tyres, under 3 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 473 cars) | 4.0 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 473 | |
| Noise, emissions and leaks, under 3 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 473 cars) | 2.8 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 473 | |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, under 3 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 473 cars) | 1.1 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 473 | |
| Visibility, under 3 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 376 cars) | 9.6 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 376 | |
| Brakes, under 3 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 376 cars) | 8.2 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 376 | |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, under 3 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 376 cars) | 7.4 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 376 | |
| Tyres, under 3 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 376 cars) | 4.8 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 376 | |
| Noise, emissions and leaks, under 3 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 376 cars) | 2.7 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 376 | |
| Suspension, under 3 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 376 cars) | 1.9 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 376 | |
| Body, chassis, structure, under 3 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 376 cars) | 1.6 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 376 | |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, under 3 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 376 cars) | 1.3 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 376 | |
| Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass | 6.2 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 3348 | |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass | 6.0 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 3348 | |
| Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass | 5.3 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 3348 | |
| Noise, emissions and leaks, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass | 3.1 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 3348 | |
| Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass | 3.0 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 3348 | |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass | 2.5 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 3348 | |
| Body, chassis, structure, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass | 1.8 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 3348 | |
| Suspension, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass | 1.1 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 3348 | |
| Identification of the vehicle, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass | 0.6 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 3348 | |
| Steering, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass | 0.2 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 3348 | |
| Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory | 9.1 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1269 | |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory | 8.1 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1269 | |
| Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory | 8.0 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1269 | |
| Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory | 5.4 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1269 | |
| Noise, emissions and leaks, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory | 4.3 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1269 | |
| Body, chassis, structure, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory | 3.5 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1269 | |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory | 3.4 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1269 | |
| Suspension, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory | 2.1 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1269 | |
| Road wheels, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory | 0.5 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1269 | |
| Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail | 8.7 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1229 | |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail | 8.6 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1229 | |
| Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail | 8.1 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1229 | |
| Noise, emissions and leaks, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail | 6.3 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1229 | |
| Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail | 5.3 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1229 | |
| Body, chassis, structure, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail | 3.7 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1229 | |
| Suspension, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail | 2.4 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1229 | |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail | 2.3 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1229 | |
| Identification of the vehicle, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail | 1.1 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1229 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
The Mercedes-Benz X-Class gets a dangerous defect less often than the UK average: 7.6 per 100 first tests against 11.2 across the UK. In the same tests, 24.0 major and 11.0 minor defects were recorded per 100 tests (one test can record several).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dangerous defects | 7.6 | per 100 | 11.2 | 2019–2024 | 11953 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 11,953 (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
First-time MOT failures for the Mercedes-Benz X-Class go from 17.8% at age 4 to 20% at age 7 (rough estimate: 140 tests, 95% interval 14.2–27.4%), against 20.2% for all vehicles aged 7 (rough estimate: 140 tests, 95% interval 14.2–27.4%) (2024, n = 3,594).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 4 | 17.8 | % failed first time | 13.1 | 2024 | 617 |
| Age 5 | 19.4 | % failed first time | 15.1 | 2024 | 1589 |
| Age 6 | 23.5 | % failed first time | 17.5 | 2024 | 1246 |
| Age 7 (rough estimate: 140 tests, 95% interval 14.2–27.4%) | 20 | % failed first time | 20.2 | 2024 | 140 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
At every age shown, Mercedes-Benz X-Class models fail first time no more often than comparable models of the same size class; the biggest difference is at age 6, where they fail less often: 23.3% against 28.9% (2024, n = 1,400).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 3 | 18.4 | % fail | 19.9 | 2024 | 3664 |
| Age 4 | 18.6 | % fail | 23.0 | 2024 | 3642 |
| Age 5 | 21.2 | % fail | 25.5 | 2024 | 3033 |
| Age 6 | 23.3 | % fail | 28.9 | 2024 | 1400 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Mercedes-Benz X-Class build years range from index 97.8 to 105.5 against the model's own age norm of 100 (2019–2024, n = 3,594).
No Mercedes-Benz X-Class build year stands out once age is allowed for; every year's interval includes normal.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Build year 2017 (rough estimate: 586 tests, 95% interval 80.0–115.6) | 97.8 | index vs own age | 100 = normal | 2019–2024 | 586 |
| Build year 2018 | 105.5 | index vs own age | 100 = normal | 2019–2024 | 5076 |
| Build year 2019 | 100.7 | index vs own age | 100 = normal | 2019–2024 | 4840 |
| Build year 2020 (rough estimate: 1,236 tests, 95% interval 87.2–113.5) | 100.4 | index vs own age | 100 = normal | 2019–2024 | 1236 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Expected repair cost per Mercedes-Benz X-Class MOT: about £38 (up to about £73 if more expensive parts are needed), from the chance of failing each item and its most common UK repair price (catalogue estimate, n = 3,594).
Computed, not measured.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expected repair bill | 38.2 | GBP estimate | modal price catalogue | price catalogue | 3594 |
| Estimated range lower | 38.2 | GBP estimate | modal price catalogue | price catalogue | 3594 |
| Estimated range upper | 72.6 | GBP estimate | modal price catalogue | price catalogue | 3594 |
| Brakes: Front brake pads (parts + labour, typical hatchback) | 15.8 | GBP expected contribution | 150 | price catalogue | 3594 |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Battery replacement (standard 12V lead-acid) | 10.6 | GBP expected contribution | 140 | price catalogue | 3594 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks: Exhaust rear silencer | 6.4 | GBP expected contribution | 200 | price catalogue | 3594 |
| Tyres: Tyre (single mid-range 16" fitted) | 5.4 | GBP expected contribution | 90 | price catalogue | 3594 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: price catalogue · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Of 8 similar models, 7 fail less often for their age than the Mercedes-Benz X-Class and 1 as often or more. The Mercedes-Benz X-Class has an MOT Risk Index of 130.3, where 100 = normal for its age (2024, n = 3,594).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz X-Class (this model) | 130.3 | index | 100 = normal | 2024 | 3594 |
| Isuzu D-Max | 132 | index | 130.3 | 2024 | 33786 |
| Nissan Navara | 126.6 | index | 130.3 | 2024 | 72755 |
| Ford Ranger | 121.4 | index | 130.3 | 2024 | 108814 |
| Volkswagen Amarok | 103.1 | index | 130.3 | 2024 | 20324 |
| Toyota Hilux | 114.3 | index | 130.3 | 2024 | 71998 |
| Mitsubishi L200 | 109.3 | index | 130.3 | 2024 | 87555 |
| Ford F150 | 59.3 | index | 130.3 | 2024 | 725 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Ram | 50.3 | index | 130.3 | 2024 | 1084 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
At age 5, the median Mercedes-Benz X-Class had covered 53,506 miles by its MOT; the middle half ranged from 38,247 to 71,430 miles (2024, n = 1,589).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 4 median | 43275 | miles | 2024 | 617 | |
| Age 4 P25 | 30021 | miles | 2024 | 617 | |
| Age 4 P75 | 60058 | miles | 2024 | 617 | |
| Age 5 median | 53506 | miles | 2024 | 1589 | |
| Age 5 P25 | 38247 | miles | 2024 | 1589 | |
| Age 5 P75 | 71430 | miles | 2024 | 1589 | |
| Age 6 median | 63544 | miles | 2024 | 1246 | |
| Age 6 P25 | 48277 | miles | 2024 | 1246 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 6 P75 | 84871 | miles | 2024 | 1246 | |
| Age 7 median (rough estimate) | 68956 | miles | 2024 | 140 | |
| Age 7 P25 (rough estimate) | 49363 | miles | 2024 | 140 | |
| Age 7 P75 (rough estimate) | 90854 | miles | 2024 | 140 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
At ages 3–5, 15.6% of Mercedes-Benz X-Class models with under 40,000 miles failed first time, against 37.7% of those with 100,000 to 140,000 miles (2024, n = 824). Inside this age group, higher mileage goes with more failures.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 3–5, <40k miles | 15.6 | % failed first time | 2024 | 710 | |
| Age 3–5, 40-70k miles | 17.8 | % failed first time | 2024 | 970 | |
| Age 3–5, 70-100k miles (rough estimate: 379 tests, 95% interval 18.5–26.9%) | 22.4 | % failed first time | 2024 | 379 | |
| Age 3–5, 100-140k miles (rough estimate: 114 tests, 95% interval 29.4–46.9%) | 37.7 | % failed first time | 2024 | 114 | |
| Age 6–9, <40k miles (rough estimate: 210 tests, 95% interval 12.6–22.8%) | 17.1 | % failed first time | 2024 | 210 | |
| Age 6–9, 40-70k miles | 23.4 | % failed first time | 2024 | 598 | |
| Age 6–9, 70-100k miles (rough estimate: 372 tests, 95% interval 19.1–27.7%) | 23.1 | % failed first time | 2024 | 372 | |
| Age 6–9, 100-140k miles (rough estimate: 153 tests, 95% interval 19.8–33.6%) | 26.1 | % failed first time | 2024 | 153 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 6–9, 140k+ miles (rough estimate: 53 tests, 95% interval 24.3–49.3%) | 35.8 | % failed first time | 2024 | 53 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
5.5% of Mercedes-Benz X-Class models tested had reached 100,000 miles, and 0.9% had reached 150,000 (2024, n = 655).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100,000 miles | 5.5 | % of tested cars | 2024 | 655 | |
| 150,000 miles (rough estimate: 104 tests, 95% interval 0.7–1.1%) | 0.9 | % of tested cars | 2024 | 104 | |
| 200,000 miles (rough estimate: 13 tests, 95% interval 0.1–0.2%) | 0.1 | % of tested cars | 2024 | 13 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Matched on annual mileage as well as age, the Mercedes-Benz X-Class index is 109.2, against 130.1 on age alone (2019–2024, n = 3,594).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age and mileage adjusted index | 109.2 | index | 130.1 | 2019–2024 | 3594 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
All Mercedes-Benz X-Class models tested were diesel: 20.6% failed first time (2024, n = 3,593).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 20.6 | % fail first time | other fuels | 2024 | 3593 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Mercedes-Benz X-Class fails first-time MOTs most in Hull (HU): 35.9% against 19.8% across Britain for this model, both 2019–2024 (2024, n = 128).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hull (HU) (rough estimate: 128 tests, 95% interval 28.1–44.6%) | 35.9 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 128 |
| Bournemouth (BH) (rough estimate: 108 tests, 95% interval 21.8–38.8%) | 29.6 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 108 |
| Northampton (NN) (rough estimate: 186 tests, 95% interval 22.0–34.8%) | 28.0 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 186 |
| Enfield (EN) (rough estimate: 110 tests, 95% interval 5.0–15.9%) | 9.1 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 110 |
| Oldham (OL) (rough estimate: 105 tests, 95% interval 5.3–16.6%) | 9.5 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 105 |
| Wolverhampton (WV) (rough estimate: 104 tests, 95% interval 5.3–16.8%) | 9.6 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 104 |
| Bristol (BS) (rough estimate: 144 tests, 95% interval 19.9–34.1%) | 26.4 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 144 |
| Tonbridge (TN) (rough estimate: 163 tests, 95% interval 18.6–31.7%) | 24.5 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 163 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| York (YO) (rough estimate: 147 tests, 95% interval 18.2–32.0%) | 24.5 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 147 |
| Coventry (CV) (rough estimate: 120 tests, 95% interval 17.4–32.6%) | 24.2 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 120 |
| Portsmouth (PO) (rough estimate: 179 tests, 95% interval 18.3–30.8%) | 24.0 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 179 |
| Blackburn (BB) (rough estimate: 142 tests, 95% interval 17.7–31.6%) | 23.9 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 142 |
| Gloucester (GL) (rough estimate: 201 tests, 95% interval 18.5–30.2%) | 23.9 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 201 |
| Brighton (BN) (rough estimate: 148 tests, 95% interval 17.5–31.1%) | 23.6 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 148 |
| Stoke-on-Trent (ST) (rough estimate: 180 tests, 95% interval 17.7–30.0%) | 23.3 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 180 |
| Redhill (RH) (rough estimate: 129 tests, 95% interval 16.8–31.3%) | 23.3 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 129 |
| Manchester (M) (rough estimate: 133 tests, 95% interval 16.3–30.4%) | 22.6 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 133 |
| Bath (BA) (rough estimate: 107 tests, 95% interval 15.6–31.2%) | 22.4 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 107 |
| Exeter (EX) (rough estimate: 103 tests, 95% interval 15.4–31.3%) | 22.3 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 103 |
| Swindon (SN) (rough estimate: 131 tests, 95% interval 15.9–30.0%) | 22.1 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 131 |
| Peterborough (PE) (rough estimate: 182 tests, 95% interval 16.6–28.5%) | 22.0 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 182 |
| Oxford (OX) (rough estimate: 146 tests, 95% interval 16.0–29.3%) | 21.9 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 146 |
| Hemel Hempstead (HP) (rough estimate: 124 tests, 95% interval 15.4–29.8%) | 21.8 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 124 |
| Guildford (GU) (rough estimate: 143 tests, 95% interval 15.7–29.1%) | 21.7 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 143 |
| Newcastle (NE) (rough estimate: 180 tests, 95% interval 16.3–28.2%) | 21.7 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 180 |
| Leicester (LE) (rough estimate: 183 tests, 95% interval 16.0–27.8%) | 21.3 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 183 |
| Bradford (BD) (rough estimate: 116 tests, 95% interval 14.3–28.9%) | 20.7 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 116 |
| Leeds (LS) (rough estimate: 151 tests, 95% interval 14.9–27.7%) | 20.5 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 151 |
| Sheffield (S) (rough estimate: 351 tests, 95% interval 16.4–24.7%) | 20.2 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 351 |
| Reading (RG) (rough estimate: 119 tests, 95% interval 13.9–28.3%) | 20.2 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 119 |
| Chelmsford (CM) (rough estimate: 278 tests, 95% interval 15.8–25.2%) | 20.1 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 278 |
| Southend-on-Sea (SS) (rough estimate: 139 tests, 95% interval 14.3–27.6%) | 20.1 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 139 |
| Norwich (NR) (rough estimate: 155 tests, 95% interval 14.5–27.0%) | 20 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 155 |
| Warrington (WA) (rough estimate: 148 tests, 95% interval 14.0–26.7%) | 19.6 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 148 |
| Cardiff (CF) (rough estimate: 210 tests, 95% interval 14.7–25.4%) | 19.5 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 210 |
| Aberdeen (AB) (rough estimate: 110 tests, 95% interval 12.8–27.4%) | 19.1 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 110 |
| Ipswich (IP) (rough estimate: 116 tests, 95% interval 12.9–27.1%) | 19.0 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 116 |
| Dartford (DA) (rough estimate: 175 tests, 95% interval 13.8–25.3%) | 18.9 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 175 |
| Doncaster (DN) | 18.6 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 559 |
| Llandudno (LL) (rough estimate: 108 tests, 95% interval 12.3–26.9%) | 18.5 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 108 |
| Derby (DE) (rough estimate: 159 tests, 95% interval 13.0–25.0%) | 18.2 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 159 |
| Stockport (SK) (rough estimate: 143 tests, 95% interval 12.7–25.3%) | 18.2 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 143 |
| Nottingham (NG) (rough estimate: 240 tests, 95% interval 13.2–22.8%) | 17.5 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 240 |
| Medway (ME) (rough estimate: 127 tests, 95% interval 11.7–24.8%) | 17.3 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 127 |
| Southampton (SO) (rough estimate: 145 tests, 95% interval 11.4–23.4%) | 16.6 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 145 |
| Glasgow (G) (rough estimate: 109 tests, 95% interval 10.7–24.6%) | 16.5 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 109 |
| Slough (SL) (rough estimate: 104 tests, 95% interval 10.5–24.6%) | 16.4 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 104 |
| Birmingham (B) (rough estimate: 314 tests, 95% interval 11.4–19.3%) | 15.0 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 314 |
| Milton Keynes (MK) (rough estimate: 188 tests, 95% interval 10.1–20.1%) | 14.4 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 188 |
| Romford (RM) (rough estimate: 205 tests, 95% interval 9.2–18.5%) | 13.2 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 205 |
| Swansea (SA) (rough estimate: 108 tests, 95% interval 7.9–20.6%) | 13.0 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 108 |
| Uxbridge (UB) (rough estimate: 110 tests, 95% interval 7.7–20.2%) | 12.7 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 110 |
| Cleveland (TS) (rough estimate: 122 tests, 95% interval 7.6–19.3%) | 12.3 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 122 |
| Chester (CH) (rough estimate: 115 tests, 95% interval 7.4–19.4%) | 12.2 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 115 |
| Dudley (DY) (rough estimate: 101 tests, 95% interval 6.9–19.6%) | 11.9 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 101 |
| Twickenham (TW) (rough estimate: 110 tests, 95% interval 5.7–17.0%) | 10 | % fail first time | 20.6 | 2024 | 110 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Allowing for age, Mercedes-Benz X-Class MOTs record corrosion failures at 0.3 times the national rate: 0.24% of tests against 0.77% (2024 + geographic layers, n = 3,593).
Computed, not measured.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt belt susceptibility | 0.3 | ratio estimate | 1 | 2024 + geographic layers | 3593 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 + geographic layers · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
All Mercedes-Benz X-Class models tested are likely ULEZ-compliant, judged from fuel type and first-use date; check a specific pickup with TfL's vehicle checker (2024).
Computed, not measured.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Likely compliant | 100 | % estimate | 2024 | 3594 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Of failed Mercedes-Benz X-Class MOTs, 36.1% were retested the same day and a further 59.1% within 10 days; the median failed pickup passed its retest after 1 day (2019–2024, n = 1,627).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Same-day retest | 36.1 | % | failed initial tests | 2019–2024 | 1627 |
| Retest within 10 days | 59.1 | % | failed initial tests | 2019–2024 | 1627 |
| Clean MOT streak | 41.0 | % | observed chains | 2019–2024 | 2808 |
| Repeat advisory | 4.5 | % | observed chains | 2019–2024 | 2808 |
| Decreasing odometer | 0.6 | % mileage anomaly | observed chains | 2019–2024 | 3679 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Mercedes-Benz X-Class models aged 5 to 6 doing under 5,000 miles a year failed first time in 14.2% of tests, against 20.7% for those doing 8,000 to 12,000 miles (2019–2024, n = 296).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low-use first-time failure | 14.2 | % | 20.7 | 2019–2024 | 296 |
| Low-use gap | -6.6 | percentage points | 8–12k miles | 2019–2024 | 296 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Mercedes-Benz X-Class models aged 5 are forecast to keep taking MOTs for at least 1.1 more years; the survival curve is observed only until age 7, so the true figure is likely higher.
Computed, not measured.
Forecast, not a prediction for a particular car.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 5 (at least; observed only until age 7) | 1.1 | years forecast | survival forecast | 0 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: survival forecast · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
In 2024, for every 100 Mercedes-Benz X-Class models tested at ages 4 to 6, about 52 were tested at age 6 (2024, n = 1,400).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 3 (at least as many as at ages 4–6) | 100 | % of age 4–6 baseline | 2024 | 3664 | |
| Age 4 (at least as many as at ages 4–6) | 100 | % of age 4–6 baseline | 2024 | 3642 | |
| Age 5 (at least as many as at ages 4–6) | 100 | % of age 4–6 baseline | 2024 | 3033 | |
| Age 6 | 52 | % of age 4–6 baseline | 2024 | 1400 | |
| Age 7 (rough estimate: 140 tests, 95% interval 14.2–27.4%) | 5.2 | % of age 4–6 baseline | 2024 | 140 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
20.3% of Mercedes-Benz X-Class models that failed an MOT failed the next one too, against 18.8% after a pass (2019–2024, n = 546). The failure most likely to come back is ‘lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment’: 25.6% of those fails recurred at the next MOT.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Repeat after fail | 20.3 | % | 18.8 | 2019–2024 | 546 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
On Mercedes-Benz X-Class models, ‘body, chassis, structure’ and seat belts and supplementary restraint systems failures turn up together 4.8 times as often as chance would predict (2024, n = 20).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body, chassis, structure + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (rough estimate: 20 tests, 95% interval 2.9–7.4) | 4.8 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 20 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (rough estimate: 33 tests, 95% interval 3.3–6.7) | 4.7 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 33 |
| Body, chassis, structure + Noise, emissions and leaks (rough estimate: 32 tests, 95% interval 3.1–6.4) | 4.5 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 32 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks + Tyres (rough estimate: 65 tests, 95% interval 3.2–5.3) | 4.1 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 65 |
| Body, chassis, structure + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (rough estimate: 56 tests, 95% interval 3.1–5.3) | 4.1 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 56 |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Noise, emissions and leaks (rough estimate: 84 tests, 95% interval 2.9–4.5) | 3.7 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 84 |
| Body, chassis, structure + Visibility (rough estimate: 55 tests, 95% interval 2.7–4.7) | 3.6 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 55 |
| Brakes + Noise, emissions and leaks (rough estimate: 89 tests, 95% interval 2.7–4.2) | 3.4 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 89 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body, chassis, structure + Tyres (rough estimate: 31 tests, 95% interval 2.2–4.7) | 3.3 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 31 |
| Brakes + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (rough estimate: 50 tests, 95% interval 2.4–4.3) | 3.2 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 50 |
| Brakes + Tyres (rough estimate: 112 tests, 95% interval 2.6–3.8) | 3.2 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 112 |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Suspension (rough estimate: 23 tests, 95% interval 2.0–4.7) | 3.2 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 23 |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Tyres (rough estimate: 29 tests, 95% interval 2.1–4.5) | 3.1 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 29 |
| Body, chassis, structure + Brakes (rough estimate: 45 tests, 95% interval 2.1–3.8) | 2.9 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 45 |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (rough estimate: 38 tests, 95% interval 2.0–3.8) | 2.8 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 38 |
| Brakes + Suspension (rough estimate: 23 tests, 95% interval 1.8–4.1) | 2.8 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 23 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks + Visibility (rough estimate: 70 tests, 95% interval 2.1–3.5) | 2.7 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 70 |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Tyres (rough estimate: 80 tests, 95% interval 2.1–3.3) | 2.6 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 80 |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Visibility (rough estimate: 39 tests, 95% interval 1.8–3.5) | 2.6 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 39 |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Visibility (rough estimate: 128 tests, 95% interval 2.1–3.1) | 2.6 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 128 |
| Brakes + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (rough estimate: 130 tests, 95% interval 2.1–3.0) | 2.5 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 130 |
| Tyres + Visibility (rough estimate: 87 tests, 95% interval 2.0–3.1) | 2.5 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 87 |
| Brakes + Visibility (rough estimate: 143 tests, 95% interval 2.1–3.0) | 2.5 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 143 |
| Suspension + Visibility (rough estimate: 20 tests, 95% interval 1.5–3.8) | 2.5 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 20 |
| Suspension + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 19 | tests with both | 2024 | 19 | |
| Noise, emissions and leaks + Suspension (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 16 | tests with both | 2024 | 16 | |
| Brakes + Identification of the vehicle (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 16 | tests with both | 2024 | 16 | |
| Identification of the vehicle + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 15 | tests with both | 2024 | 15 | |
| Body, chassis, structure + Suspension (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 14 | tests with both | 2024 | 14 | |
| Identification of the vehicle + Noise, emissions and leaks (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 10 | tests with both | 2024 | 10 | |
| Identification of the vehicle + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 8 | tests with both | 2024 | 8 | |
| Body, chassis, structure + Identification of the vehicle (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 7 | tests with both | 2024 | 7 | |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Suspension (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 7 | tests with both | 2024 | 7 | |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Steering (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 6 | tests with both | 2024 | 6 | |
| Identification of the vehicle + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 6 | tests with both | 2024 | 6 | |
| Noise, emissions and leaks + Road Wheels (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 5 | tests with both | 2024 | 5 | |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Road Wheels (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 5 | tests with both | 2024 | 5 | |
| Identification of the vehicle + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 5 | tests with both | 2024 | 5 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
DVSA lists 11 safety recall campaigns matched to the Mercedes-Benz X-Class; check whether yours has been fixed, using its registration number.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DVSA recall campaigns matched | 11 | campaigns | DVSA register | DVSA register | 3594 |
Source: DVSA register; recall effect covers 11 of 761 models · Window: DVSA register · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Of every 100 Mercedes-Benz X-Class models tested at age 5, about 19 failed the MOT first time (rough estimate); at age 7, about 20 (rough estimate). These are one-year rates for different cars tested in the same year, not a fleet followed over time (2024).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 4 (rough estimate: 617 tests, 95% interval 15.0–21.0%) | 17.8 | % fail first time | 2024 | 617 | |
| Age 5 (rough estimate: 1,589 tests, 95% interval 17.6–21.5%) | 19.4 | % fail first time | 2024 | 1589 | |
| Age 6 (rough estimate: 1,246 tests, 95% interval 21.2–25.9%) | 23.5 | % fail first time | 2024 | 1246 | |
| Age 7 (rough estimate: 140 tests, 95% interval 14.2–27.4%) | 20 | % fail first time | 2024 | 140 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Mercedes-Benz X-Class models fail first time most in September (21.8%, against 28.2% for all vehicles that month) and least in December (17.2%) (2024, n = 3,594).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19.5 | % fail first time | 31.1 | 2024 | 877 |
| February | 18.6 | % fail first time | 30.0 | 2024 | 816 |
| March | 19.9 | % fail first time | 28.3 | 2024 | 1224 |
| April | 21.4 | % fail first time | 29.8 | 2024 | 790 |
| May | 20.5 | % fail first time | 28.8 | 2024 | 950 |
| June | 20.6 | % fail first time | 28.1 | 2024 | 1090 |
| July | 21.2 | % fail first time | 29.3 | 2024 | 1017 |
| August | 19.8 | % fail first time | 29.2 | 2024 | 1124 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September | 21.8 | % fail first time | 28.2 | 2024 | 886 |
| October | 19 | % fail first time | 30.3 | 2024 | 963 |
| November | 18.7 | % fail first time | 30.6 | 2024 | 1130 |
| December | 17.2 | % fail first time | 29.3 | 2024 | 1086 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
not computed for this model: no qualifying records. 3,594 initial Mercedes-Benz X-Class tests are in the published model cohort.
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
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layer not yet computed for this model (covers 211 of 761 models). 3,594 initial Mercedes-Benz X-Class tests are in the published model cohort.
Source: NHTSA, US market; covers 211 of 761 models · Window: NHTSA · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
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layer not yet computed for this model (covers 211 of 761 models). 3,594 initial Mercedes-Benz X-Class tests are in the published model cohort.
Source: NHTSA, US market; covers 211 of 761 models · Window: NHTSA + 2024 · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
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no match in the other-country inspection register. 3,594 initial Mercedes-Benz X-Class 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 = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
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layer not yet computed for this model (covers 19 of 761 models). 3,594 initial Mercedes-Benz X-Class tests are in the published model cohort.
Source: European Commission OBFCM; covers 19 of 761 models · Window: 2021+ cohorts · n = 3,594 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
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MOT Risk Index (2026). Mercedes-Benz X-Class 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-x/
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79.4% of first attempts passed in 2024 (3,594 tests). Retests after repair are excluded; cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) are shown separately.
Other sites may count retests or all attempts. This page uses 3,594 primary tests: 20.59% failed first time and 82.9% passed when cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) count as passes. The age-adjusted MOT Risk Index 130.3 is shown separately.