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Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy reliable? We analysed 774 real MOT tests across 111 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 774 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
79.7%
Typical Mileage
109,054mi
Annual Mileage
9,719mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy.

Specifications

Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

2143cc
Engine
170bhp
Power
8.4sec
0–62 mph
64.2mpg
Combined
109g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
2143cc
Power
170 BHP
0–62 mph
8.4 sec
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Black
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
64.2 mpg
Urban
50.4 mpg
Extra-urban
76.3 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1428

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
109 g/km Band B
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£20
Road tax (6 mo.)
£N/A
Insurance group
35 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
6,683 mi/yr
Typical
9,719 mi/yr
Average
10,578 mi/yr
Heavy usage
12,880 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy Mileage Distribution

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

Median
109,054 mi
75th Percentile
139,104 mi
95th Percentile
178,667 mi
Max Recorded
1,126,586 mi

How Does the Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy THIS CAR 79.7% 774 109,054 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
Piaggio Sfera 125 80.5% 911 9,668 mi 30 yrs

Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy?

The Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.7% across 774 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy owner drives around 9,719 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 C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy reliable?
Based on 774 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy has a 79.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy does around 9,719 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Blue-cy?
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.