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Mercedes-benz E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy A reliable? We analysed 916 real MOT tests across 135 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 916 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
75.1%
Typical Mileage
78,317mi
Annual Mileage
6,296mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy 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 E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy A.

Specifications

Mercedes-benz E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy A — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Mercedes-benz E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy A — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

2143cc
Engine
170bhp
Power
8.3sec
0–62 mph
53.3mpg
Combined
138g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

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

Body & Dimensions

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

Fuel Economy

Combined
53.3 mpg
Urban
42.8 mpg
Extra-urban
62.8 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1681

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
138 g/km Band E
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£145
Road tax (6 mo.)
£79.75
Insurance group
35 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Mercedes-benz E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy A record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Mercedes-benz E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy A Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy A. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mercedes-benz E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy A Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy A owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,957 mi/yr
Typical
6,296 mi/yr
Average
7,398 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,544 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy A Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy A MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
78,317 mi
75th Percentile
103,312 mi
95th Percentile
139,832 mi
Max Recorded
213,459 mi

How Does the Mercedes-benz E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy 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 E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy A THIS CAR 75.1% 916 78,317 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
Suzuki An 650 ZL3 91% 988 13,482 mi 13 yrs

Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy A trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy A?

The Mercedes-benz E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy A has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.1% across 916 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Mercedes-benz E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy A owner drives around 6,296 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 E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy A — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy A reliable?
Based on 916 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy A has a 75.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy A?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy A do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy A does around 6,296 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy A last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz E220 Spt CDI Blueefi-cy 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.