2011 Mercedes-Benz E500 Sport Auto MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for E500 Sport Auto models manufactured in 2011, based on 37 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2011 Mercedes-Benz E500 Sport Auto MOT Analysis
The 2011 Mercedes-Benz E500 Sport Auto has an MOT pass rate of 78.4% based on 37 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 31,476 miles on the odometer. With a 21.6% failure rate, the 2011 E500 Sport Auto is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2011 Mercedes-Benz E500 Sport Auto is Driver's View of the Road, responsible for 2.7% of failures. 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 range from £100–400. Registration Plates and VIN is the second most common issue at 2.7%. Suspension follows at 2.7%.
Top failures specific to 2011 models only. The overall E500 Sport Auto page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Driver's View Of The Road | 2.7% | 1 |
| 2 | Registration Plates And Vin | 2.7% | 1 |
| 3 | Suspension | 2.7% | 1 |
| 4 | Tyres | 2.7% | 1 |
| 5 | Body, Structure And General Items | 2.7% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 31,476 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 0.86 | 2.7% | 1 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.86 | 2.7% | 1 |
| Suspension | 0.86 | 2.7% | 1 |
| Tyres | 0.86 | 2.7% | 1 |
| Body & Structure | 0.86 | 2.7% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2011 Mercedes-Benz E500 Sport Auto has an MOT pass rate of 78.4% based on 37 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 31,476 miles on the odometer. With a 21.6% failure rate, the 2011 E500 Sport Auto is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2011 Mercedes-Benz E500 Sport Auto, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to driver's view of the road: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. With relatively low average mileage of 31,476 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Driver's View of the Road — 2.7% of failures
Driver's View of the Road issues account for 2.7% of MOT failures on 2011 Mercedes-Benz E500 Sport Auto 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 — 2.7% of failures
Registration Plates and VIN issues account for 2.7% of MOT failures on 2011 Mercedes-Benz E500 Sport Auto 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.
Suspension — 2.7% of failures
Suspension issues account for 2.7% of MOT failures on 2011 Mercedes-Benz E500 Sport Auto models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.