2011 Mercedes-Benz E220 Sport Cdi Blueef-cy S/s A MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for E220 Sport Cdi Blueef-cy S/s A models manufactured in 2011, based on 71 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2011 Mercedes-Benz E220 Sport Cdi Blueef-cy S/s A MOT Analysis
The 2011 Mercedes-Benz E220 Sport Cdi Blueef-cy S/s A has an MOT pass rate of 80.3% based on 71 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 47,212 miles on the odometer. With a 19.7% failure rate, the 2011 E220 Sport Cdi Blueef-cy S/s A is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2011 Mercedes-Benz E220 Sport Cdi Blueef-cy S/s A is Tyres, responsible for 9.9% 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. Driver's View of the Road is the second most common issue at 4.2%. Registration Plates and VIN follows at 2.8%.
Top failures specific to 2011 models only. The overall E220 Sport Cdi Blueef-cy S/s 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 | 9.9% | 7 |
| 2 | Driver's View Of The Road | 4.2% | 3 |
| 3 | Registration Plates And Vin | 2.8% | 2 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.4% | 1 |
| 5 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 1.4% | 1 |
| 6 | Road Wheels | 1.4% | 1 |
| 7 | Suspension | 1.4% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 47,212 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 | 2.09 | 9.9% | 7 |
| Visibility | 0.89 | 4.2% | 3 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.60 | 2.8% | 2 |
| Brakes | 0.30 | 1.4% | 1 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.30 | 1.4% | 1 |
| Wheels | 0.30 | 1.4% | 1 |
| Suspension | 0.30 | 1.4% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2011 Mercedes-Benz E220 Sport Cdi Blueef-cy S/s A has an MOT pass rate of 80.3% based on 71 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 47,212 miles on the odometer. With a 19.7% failure rate, the 2011 E220 Sport Cdi Blueef-cy S/s A is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2011 Mercedes-Benz E220 Sport Cdi Blueef-cy S/s 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 47,212 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Tyres — 9.9% of failures
Tyres issues account for 9.9% of MOT failures on 2011 Mercedes-Benz E220 Sport Cdi Blueef-cy S/s 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.
Driver's View of the Road — 4.2% of failures
Driver's View of the Road issues account for 4.2% of MOT failures on 2011 Mercedes-Benz E220 Sport Cdi Blueef-cy S/s A models. Driver's View of the Road 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.
Registration Plates and VIN — 2.8% of failures
Registration Plates and VIN issues account for 2.8% of MOT failures on 2011 Mercedes-Benz E220 Sport Cdi Blueef-cy S/s A models. Registration Plates and VIN 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.