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Mercedes-benz E250 Bluef-cy Sport CDI A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz E250 Bluef-cy Sport CDI A reliable? We analysed 1,059 real MOT tests across 167 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,059 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
75.8%
Typical Mileage
105,810mi
Annual Mileage
6,976mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz E250 Bluef-cy Sport CDI 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 E250 Bluef-cy Sport CDI A.

Specifications

Mercedes-benz E250 Bluef-cy Sport CDI A — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

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

2143cc
Engine
204bhp
Power
7.5sec
0–62 mph
47.1mpg
Combined
159g/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
Silver
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
47.1 mpg
Urban
35.3 mpg
Extra-urban
60.1 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£2038

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
159 g/km Band G
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£200
Road tax (6 mo.)
£110
Insurance group
38 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Mercedes-benz E250 Bluef-cy Sport CDI A record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Mercedes-benz E250 Bluef-cy Sport CDI A Number Plates

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

Mercedes-benz E250 Bluef-cy Sport CDI A Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
4,379 mi/yr
Typical
6,976 mi/yr
Average
8,060 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,201 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz E250 Bluef-cy Sport CDI A Mileage Distribution

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

Median
105,810 mi
75th Percentile
134,750 mi
95th Percentile
173,185 mi
Max Recorded
451,640 mi

How Does the Mercedes-benz E250 Bluef-cy Sport CDI 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 E250 Bluef-cy Sport CDI A THIS CAR 75.8% 1,059 105,810 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
BMW 216D M Sport Auto 86.7% 803 40,699 mi — yrs

Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz E250 Bluef-cy Sport CDI A trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz E250 Bluef-cy Sport CDI A?

The Mercedes-benz E250 Bluef-cy Sport CDI A has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.8% across 1,059 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Mercedes-benz E250 Bluef-cy Sport CDI A owner drives around 6,976 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 Bluef-cy Sport CDI A — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz E250 Bluef-cy Sport CDI A reliable?
Based on 1,059 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz E250 Bluef-cy Sport CDI A has a 75.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz E250 Bluef-cy Sport CDI A?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz E250 Bluef-cy Sport CDI A do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz E250 Bluef-cy Sport CDI A does around 6,976 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz E250 Bluef-cy Sport CDI A last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz E250 Bluef-cy Sport CDI 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.