2020 Mercedes-Benz Eqc 400 Amg Line Premium 4m MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Eqc 400 Amg Line Premium 4m models manufactured in 2020, based on 2,507 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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The 2020 Mercedes-Benz Eqc 400 Amg Line Premium 4m has an MOT pass rate of 83.5% based on 2,507 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 31,175 miles on the odometer. With a 16.5% failure rate, the 2020 Eqc 400 Amg Line Premium 4m is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Eqc 400 Amg Line Premium 4m is Tyres, responsible for 12.0% 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. Suspension is the second most common issue at 1.8%. Non-component advisories follows at 0.9%.
Top failures specific to 2020 models only. The overall Eqc 400 Amg Line Premium 4m page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 12.0% | 302 |
| 2 | Suspension | 1.8% | 44 |
| 3 | Non-component Advisories | 0.9% | 22 |
| 4 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.7% | 17 |
| 5 | Visibility | 0.6% | 15 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.4% | 9 |
| 7 | Road Wheels | 0.3% | 8 |
| 8 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 0.2% | 5 |
| 9 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 0.2% | 4 |
| 10 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 0.1% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 31,175 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 | 3.86 | 12.0% | 302 |
| Suspension | 0.56 | 1.8% | 44 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.28 | 0.9% | 22 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.22 | 0.7% | 17 |
| Visibility | 0.19 | 0.6% | 15 |
| Brakes | 0.12 | 0.4% | 9 |
| Wheels | 0.10 | 0.3% | 8 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.06 | 0.2% | 5 |
| Seat Belts | 0.05 | 0.2% | 4 |
| Body & Structure | 0.03 | 0.1% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz Eqc 400 Amg Line Premium 4m has an MOT pass rate of 83.5% based on 2,507 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 31,175 miles on the odometer. With a 16.5% failure rate, the 2020 Eqc 400 Amg Line Premium 4m is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2020 Mercedes-Benz Eqc 400 Amg Line Premium 4m, 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 31,175 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Tyres — 12.0% of failures
Tyres issues account for 12.0% of MOT failures on 2020 Mercedes-Benz Eqc 400 Amg Line Premium 4m 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.
Suspension — 1.8% of failures
Suspension issues account for 1.8% of MOT failures on 2020 Mercedes-Benz Eqc 400 Amg Line Premium 4m 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.
Non-component advisories — 0.9% of failures
Non-component advisories issues account for 0.9% of MOT failures on 2020 Mercedes-Benz Eqc 400 Amg Line Premium 4m 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.