2000 Mercedes-Benz 412 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 412 models manufactured in 2000, based on 58 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2000 Mercedes-Benz 412 MOT Analysis
The 2000 Mercedes-Benz 412 has an MOT pass rate of 69.0% based on 58 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 235,074 miles on the odometer. With a 31.0% failure rate, the 2000 412 is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2000 Mercedes-Benz 412 is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, responsible for 10.3% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50. Tyres is the second most common issue at 6.9%. Identification of the vehicle follows at 3.4%.
Top failures specific to 2000 models only. The overall 412 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 10.3% | 6 |
| 2 | Tyres | 6.9% | 4 |
| 3 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 3.4% | 2 |
| 4 | Steering | 1.7% | 1 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.7% | 1 |
| 6 | Brakes | 1.7% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 235,074 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.44 | 10.3% | 6 |
| Tyres | 0.29 | 6.9% | 4 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.15 | 3.4% | 2 |
| Steering | 0.07 | 1.7% | 1 |
| Suspension | 0.07 | 1.7% | 1 |
| Brakes | 0.07 | 1.7% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2000 Mercedes-Benz 412 has an MOT pass rate of 69.0% based on 58 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 235,074 miles on the odometer. With a 31.0% failure rate, the 2000 412 is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2000 Mercedes-Benz 412, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. With an average mileage of 235,074 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 10.3% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 10.3% of MOT failures on 2000 Mercedes-Benz 412 models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Tyres — 6.9% of failures
Tyres issues account for 6.9% of MOT failures on 2000 Mercedes-Benz 412 models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Identification of the vehicle — 3.4% of failures
Identification of the vehicle issues account for 3.4% of MOT failures on 2000 Mercedes-Benz 412 models. Identification failures relate to the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and registration plate. The VIN must be permanently displayed and legible, and the registration plate must meet British Standard formatting. Typical repair costs: £10–50. Pre-MOT check: Ensure the VIN plate is visible and legible (usually in the windscreen or under the bonnet). Check that number plates are clean, undamaged, and use the correct font and spacing.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.