1996 Mercedes 220 E MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 220 E models manufactured in 1996, based on 96 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1996 Mercedes 220 E MOT Analysis
The 1996 Mercedes 220 E has an MOT pass rate of 64.6% based on 96 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 103,365 miles on the odometer. With a 35.4% failure rate, the 1996 220 E is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1996 Mercedes 220 E is Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, responsible for 2.1% of failures. Seat belt failures include frayed or cut webbing, faulty retractors, buckles that don't latch properly, and missing or damaged anchorages. All fitted seat belts must be functional. Typical repair costs range from £50–200 per belt.
Top failures specific to 1996 models only. The overall 220 E page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 2.1% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 103,365 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 0.20 | 2.1% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1996 Mercedes 220 E has an MOT pass rate of 64.6% based on 96 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 103,365 miles on the odometer. With a 35.4% failure rate, the 1996 220 E is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1996 Mercedes 220 E, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to seat belts and supplementary restraint systems: Pull each seat belt fully out and check for fraying, cuts, or fading. Ensure each belt retracts smoothly and the buckle clicks securely. Check the pre-tensioner warning light on the dashboard. With an average mileage of 103,365 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems — 2.1% of failures
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems issues account for 2.1% of MOT failures on 1996 Mercedes 220 E models. Seat belt failures include frayed or cut webbing, faulty retractors, buckles that don't latch properly, and missing or damaged anchorages. All fitted seat belts must be functional. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per belt. Pre-MOT check: Pull each seat belt fully out and check for fraying, cuts, or fading. Ensure each belt retracts smoothly and the buckle clicks securely. Check the pre-tensioner warning light on the dashboard.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.