Mercedes-Benz B 220 Amg Line Ed Premium+ D A MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 66 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 4.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Mercedes-Benz B 220 Amg Line Ed Premium+ D A MOT Reliability Overview
The Mercedes-Benz B 220 Amg Line Ed Premium+ D A is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 66 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 95.5% and a failure rate of 4.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Mercedes-Benz B 220 Amg Line Ed Premium+ D A earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Mercedes-Benz B 220 Amg Line Ed Premium+ D A presents for MOT with approximately 21,031 miles on the clock. The 2021 manufacture year performs best with a 95.5% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Mercedes-Benz B 220 Amg Line Ed Premium+ D A is Noise, emissions and leaks, affecting 1.5% of all tests. Emissions failures occur when exhaust gases exceed legal limits for carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), or particulate matter (diesel). Common causes include faulty oxygen sensors, clogged catalytic converters, or DPF issues on diesel vehicles. Together, these top 1 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
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Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 1.5% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 21,031 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.72 | 1.5% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Mercedes-Benz B 220 Amg Line Ed Premium+ D A has 21,031 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Mercedes-Benz B 220 Amg Line Ed Premium+ D A has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 2.14% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Mercedes-Benz B 220 Amg Line Ed Premium+ D A MOT Data
The Mercedes-Benz B 220 Amg Line Ed Premium+ D A is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 66 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 95.5% and a failure rate of 4.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Mercedes-Benz B 220 Amg Line Ed Premium+ D A owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on noise, emissions and leaks and general vehicle condition for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific B 220 Amg Line Ed Premium+ D A is likely to perform.
Noise, emissions and leaks — 1.5% of failures
Noise, emissions and leaks issues account for 1.5% of MOT failures on the Mercedes-Benz B 220 Amg Line Ed Premium+ D A. Emissions failures occur when exhaust gases exceed legal limits for carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), or particulate matter (diesel). Common causes include faulty oxygen sensors, clogged catalytic converters, or DPF issues on diesel vehicles. Typical repair costs: £100–1,000+. Pre-MOT check: If the engine management light is on, get it diagnosed before the MOT. For diesel cars, ensure the DPF has completed a regeneration cycle. Regular servicing and using premium fuel before the test can help.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes-Benz B 220 Amg Line Ed Premium+ D A?
Based on 66 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Mercedes-Benz B 220 Amg Line Ed Premium+ D A has an overall pass rate of 95.5% (4.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Mercedes-Benz B 220 Amg Line Ed Premium+ D A?
The top 1 reasons a Mercedes-Benz B 220 Amg Line Ed Premium+ D A fails its MOT are: 1. Noise, emissions and leaks (1.5%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Mercedes-Benz B 220 Amg Line Ed Premium+ D A reliable?
With a 4.5% MOT failure rate, the B 220 Amg Line Ed Premium+ D A is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Mercedes-Benz B 220 Amg Line Ed Premium+ D A?
Based on failure data, focus on: Noise, emissions and leaks (1.5%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.