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Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto reliable? We analysed 1,266 real MOT tests across 239 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,266 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
83.8%
Typical Mileage
84,395mi
Annual Mileage
8,842mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto.

Specifications

Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

2143cc
Engine
204bhp
Power
7.5sec
0–62 mph
55.4mpg
Combined
134g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
2143cc
Power
204 BHP
0–62 mph
7.5 sec
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

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

Fuel Economy

Combined
55.4 mpg
Urban
43.5 mpg
Extra-urban
65.7 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1654

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
134 g/km Band E
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£145
Road tax (6 mo.)
£79.75
Insurance group
37 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,638 mi/yr
Typical
8,842 mi/yr
Average
10,976 mi/yr
Heavy usage
12,991 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
84,395 mi
75th Percentile
109,176 mi
95th Percentile
156,530 mi
Max Recorded
411,230 mi

How Does the Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto THIS CAR 83.8% 1,266 84,395 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
Bentley S2 84.9% 1,066 45,658 mi 66 yrs

Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto?

The Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.8% across 1,266 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto owner drives around 8,842 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 E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto reliable?
Based on 1,266 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto has a 83.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto does around 8,842 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz E250 AMG Sport CDI Auto?
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.