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Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A reliable? We analysed 1,223 real MOT tests across 190 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,223 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
83.3%
Typical Mileage
86,118mi
Annual Mileage
8,528mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A 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 Bluecy A.

Specifications

Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A — 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 Bluecy A — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

2143cc
Engine
170bhp
Power
8.1sec
0–62 mph
64.2mpg
Combined
116g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
2143cc
Power
170 BHP
0–62 mph
8.1 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
52.3 mpg
Extra-urban
74.3 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1376

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
116 g/km Band C
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£30
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 Bluecy A record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A Number Plates

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

Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
5,615 mi/yr
Typical
8,528 mi/yr
Average
9,577 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,866 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A Mileage Distribution

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

Median
86,118 mi
75th Percentile
114,230 mi
95th Percentile
162,416 mi
Max Recorded
746,005 mi

How Does the Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A 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 Bluecy A THIS CAR 83.3% 1,223 86,118 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
Land Rover Range Rover First Edition Auto 88.8% 430 28,070 mi — 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 Bluecy A outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A?

The Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.3% across 1,223 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 Bluecy A owner drives around 8,528 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 Bluecy A — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A reliable?
Based on 1,223 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A has a 83.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A does around 8,528 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz C220 Executive SE CDI Bluecy A 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 Bluecy A?
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.