2021 Mercedes-Benz C 220 Sport Edition D Auto MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for C 220 Sport Edition D Auto models manufactured in 2021, based on 49 real MOT test results.

91.8%

Pass Rate

8.2%

Fail Rate

Total Tests

28,546

Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

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2021 Mercedes-Benz C 220 Sport Edition D Auto MOT Analysis

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz C 220 Sport Edition D Auto has an MOT pass rate of 91.8% based on 49 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 28,546 miles on the odometer. With a 8.2% failure rate, the 2021 C 220 Sport Edition D Auto is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C 220 Sport Edition D Auto is Tyres, responsible for 22.4% of failures. 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 range from £50–200 per tyre. Non-component advisories is the second most common issue at 4.1%.

⚠ Based on limited data (49 tests)

Top failures specific to 2021 models only. The overall C 220 Sport Edition D Auto page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

Tyres 22.4%

Non-component advisories 4.1%

What Fails on This Car?

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
Rank	Failure Category	Rate (%)	Count
1	Tyres	22.4%	11
2	Non-component Advisories	4.1%	2

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 28,546 mi

For 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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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
Category	Rate / 10K mi	Raw %	Count
Tyres	7.86	22.4%	11
Non-component advisories	1.43	4.1%	2

Mileage Statistics

28,546

Mean

24,582

Median

19,223

25th Percentile

41,103

75th Percentile

2.87% failures per 10K miles

Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.

About This Data

If you own or are considering buying a 2021 Mercedes-Benz C 220 Sport Edition D Auto, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to tyres: 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. With relatively low average mileage of 28,546 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.

Tyres — 22.4% of failures

Tyres issues account for 22.4% of MOT failures on 2021 Mercedes-Benz C 220 Sport Edition D Auto 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.

Non-component advisories — 4.1% of failures

Non-component advisories issues account for 4.1% of MOT failures on 2021 Mercedes-Benz C 220 Sport Edition D Auto models. Non-component advisories issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.