2020 Mercedes-Benz E 300 Amg Ln Night Ed Prem+d A MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for E 300 Amg Ln Night Ed Prem+d A models manufactured in 2020, based on 1,750 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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The 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 300 Amg Ln Night Ed Prem+d A has an MOT pass rate of 86.2% based on 1,750 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 39,412 miles on the odometer. With a 13.8% failure rate, the 2020 E 300 Amg Ln Night Ed Prem+d A is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 300 Amg Ln Night Ed Prem+d A is Tyres, responsible for 7.4% 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. Road Wheels is the second most common issue at 2.6%. Brakes follows at 1.5%.
Top failures specific to 2020 models only. The overall E 300 Amg Ln Night Ed Prem+d A page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 7.4% | 130 |
| 2 | Road Wheels | 2.6% | 45 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.5% | 27 |
| 4 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 0.7% | 13 |
| 5 | Non-component Advisories | 0.4% | 7 |
| 6 | Visibility | 0.3% | 6 |
| 7 | Suspension | 0.3% | 6 |
| 8 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.2% | 4 |
| 9 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 0.1% | 1 |
| 10 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 39,412 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 1.88 | 7.4% | 130 |
| Wheels | 0.65 | 2.6% | 45 |
| Brakes | 0.39 | 1.5% | 27 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.19 | 0.7% | 13 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.10 | 0.4% | 7 |
| Visibility | 0.09 | 0.3% | 6 |
| Suspension | 0.09 | 0.3% | 6 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.06 | 0.2% | 4 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.01 | 0.1% | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 0.01 | 0.1% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 300 Amg Ln Night Ed Prem+d A has an MOT pass rate of 86.2% based on 1,750 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 39,412 miles on the odometer. With a 13.8% failure rate, the 2020 E 300 Amg Ln Night Ed Prem+d A is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 300 Amg Ln Night Ed Prem+d A, 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 39,412 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Tyres — 7.4% of failures
Tyres issues account for 7.4% of MOT failures on 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 300 Amg Ln Night Ed Prem+d A 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.
Road Wheels — 2.6% of failures
Road Wheels issues account for 2.6% of MOT failures on 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 300 Amg Ln Night Ed Prem+d A models. Wheel failures include cracked or severely corroded alloy wheels, missing or loose wheel nuts, and wheels that are insecurely attached. These are safety-critical and relatively rare compared to tyre failures. Typical repair costs: £100–400 per wheel. Pre-MOT check: Visually inspect wheels for cracks, especially around the spokes and rim. Check that all wheel nuts are present and tightened. Look for signs of impact damage on alloy wheels.
Brakes — 1.5% of failures
Brakes issues account for 1.5% of MOT failures on 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 300 Amg Ln Night Ed Prem+d A models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.